The formation of Hunting Works for Iowa,a group highlighting the economic impact of hunting, was announced today. The group has more than 45 partner organizations, including those from the state’s chambers of commerce, convention and visitors bureaus, sporting organizations, small businesses and retailers. It will monitor public policy decisions and weigh in on hunting-related issues that affect Iowa’s economy and any jobs derived from the sport. According to the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, each year 251,000 people hunt in Iowa. Iowa hunters spend more than $288 million each year and the resulting economic impact translates to $23.4 million in state and local taxes, 6,200 Iowa jobs and a $359.5 million ripple effect on the state economy. For more information, visit www.huntingworksforia.com