Iowa House approves 2.8 percent K-12 funding increase
Rep Dan Gehlbach led a floor fight to boost public school funding to nearly 106 million more dollars for K-12 education, a 2.8 percent rise that passed 60-36 as Democrats argued it fails to cover inflation and rising costs. The plan maintains per pupil aid and expands private school vouchers, prompting further debate on property tax impacts and future funding.
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D-Ankeny
Iowa
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D-Windsor Heights
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Durbandale
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Decatur County Free Speech Bill Faces Senate Move
Iowa House approved HF 472 to expeditiously dismiss frivolous suits that target free speech in Decatur County. The article tracks persistent absences by Supervisor Steve Fulkerson, a county auditor dispute, and open government advocacy amid threats of defamation action. Audlehelm, a former health board member, questions attendance and faces a county attorney response.
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IPERS
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the Gazette
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