Senate passes design and construction liability bill
The Iowa Senate approved a bill 42-6 to cap personal injury and wrongful death claims against architects and contractors for safety issues in buildings more than 15 years old. It would shield designers from civil suits after completion and time limits while allowing actions against owners. The House had already endorsed the measure, sending it to Gov. Branstad for consideration.
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Lawmaker criticizes liquor agency letter over privatization plan
Iowa legislator Rep. David Tabor contends a letter from Patrick Cavanaugh about selling the state liquor stores misleads cities and counties about revenue. Cavanaugh warns the move would transfer control to a private bidder with a regional monopoly, prompting calls for full debate before finalizing the reorganization bill.
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Readers letters answered weekly in Sports Forum
A regular Sunday feature in Sports Forum answers reader questions and comments. This weekly item previews topics and provides quick responses from the sports desk audience.
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Film tax relief aims to lure moviemakers to Iowa
Iowa House Ways and Means Committee backed a measure shifting film tax withholding from the company to nonresident actors. Rep. Mike Peterson said it could attract productions after Disney’s Country filmed in Iowa, which highlighted tax noncompliance. He cited $66 million in a decade of industry benefits.
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