Nunn Joins Effort to Eliminate Drill Pay Taxes for Iowa Guardsmen and Reservists

Rep. Nunn joined colleagues to introduce the legislation on March 13, one day after he welcomed home approximately 140 Iowa National Guard soldiers during a ceremony at Des Moines International Airport. The soldiers are part of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division, returning from a nearly year-long deployment in the Middle East as part of Operation Inherent Resolve.

Nearly 1,800 Iowa National Guard soldiers deployed in May 2025 to support operations against ISIS in Iraq and Syria. Hundreds have returned home in phases over the past several weeks.

"Last week, I stood with families at the 132nd Air Wing and watched Iowa Guard members reunite with loved ones after months apart," continued Rep. Nunn . "These soldiers and their families sacrifice more than most people see. Missed birthdays, long drives to drill, and weekends spent training instead of at home so they are ready to defend our communities at a moment's notice. Exempting drill pay from federal taxes is one way we can make sure their service doesn't have an added financial burden."

"Members of the National Guard and Reserve answer the call to serve our country while

balancing civilian careers and family responsibilities," said Rep. Barr . "Ending federal taxes on a portion of their military pay will reward these patriots for their service to our country. The No Tax on Drill Pay Act will boost recruitment and retention, strengthen military readiness, and continue our commitment to treating our military better than any in the world."

The National Guard Association of the United States has endorsed the No Tax on Drill Pay Act .

Text of the bill can be found here .

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