House panel approves e business sales tax exemption
The Iowa House Ways and Means Committee approved a bill exempting many electronic transactions from sales taxes amid claims it helps e commerce and slows Main Street competition. Opponents argued it exceeds legislative authority and would hurt traditional retailers. The measure, 14-9, moves to the full House.
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Legislature sends Vilsack records access measure
In Des Moines the Legislature approved a bill granting Gov. Tom Vilsack and a defined group of lawmakers access to confidential child abuse investigation records. The 85-0 House vote followed calls for oversight after the Spirit Lake 2 year old Shelby Duis case. The governor is expected to sign once delivered.
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