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Miller-Meeks denied by Iowa Senate Hawks board vote
Democrats blocked Gov. Branstad's choice Mariannette Miller-Meeks for a Hawks board post overseeing the children's health insurance program. The nomination failed 18 to 20 after 18 Democrats voted no, with 34 votes required for confirmation amid a broader confirmation day where 36 Branstad appointees were approved. Miller-Meeks, an ophthalmologist and former Health director, has a history in state government and elections against Dave Loebsack. Critics urged a member with strong health insurance program knowledge as Iowa shifts Medicaid toward private management.
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