Iowa Legislature Stalls Over Speed Limit Hike
Leaders say efforts to raise Iowa speed limit face a possible end of session despite popularity polls. The House backs 70 mph on interstates with 65 mph for trucks while the Senate favors 65 mph on rural divided highways. House leaders warn a scaled back measure could derail interstate action and push the issue to next year.
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High-powered motorboat ban to continue on Lake Macbride
The Iowa House voted 60 to 31 to keep the high powered motorboat ban on Lake Macbride from Memorial Day to Labor Day and to maintain the no wake rule. The measure would give Big Creek Lake a 90 day trial for larger boats if signed by Gov. Branstad and keep wakes prohibited at all times.
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Legislative action stalls as Iowa lawmakers edge toward adjournment
Gazette Des Moines reports slow moving action in the Iowa General Assembly as leaders seek final year tax cuts and budget deals. Negotiations focus on human services higher education and infrastructure with factions split over spending. House Republicans resist Senate tax and spending proposals aiming to finish in days.
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Lawmakers Bored While Waiting for Session End
Iowa lawmakers drift toward adjournment with a light agenda and stale bills. Leaders stall waiting for Tulip Queen events. Democrats and Republicans differ by about 20 million on a $4 billion budget as the session winds down.
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