Senate Rejects Four Branstad Nominees in Iowa
Democrats rejected four of Gov. Branstad’s appointees to state posts and blocked a fifth, while one top administrator survived. The votes reflected partisan clash over personnel, with several nominees failing on narrow margins and others receiving immediate trial-period confirmations.
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Branstad backs funding for statewide fiber optics network
Gov. Terry Branstad signaled support to preserve a $5 million annual appropriation for a six year fiber optics project, despite a $5 million cut in the current budget. The plan includes a $73.8 million contract with Kiewer Network Telecommunications to link schools and government buildings with two way audio and video.
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Iowa officials push power to seize puppies from breeders
Iowa Department of Agriculture seeks new rules to seize puppies from commercial breeders when animal welfare is at risk. The move fills gaps in current statutes, with 25 people at a Des Moines public hearing. Federal licenses cover large breeders, while state rules target smaller operations.
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Clarinda man killed in pickup crash near Clarinda
Perry D. Harris, 24, died in a pickup crash four miles northwest of Clarinda when his vehicle left a gravel road and landed in a creek bed. Acting Page County Sheriff Mike Williams said Harris was pronounced dead at the scene from multiple injuries.
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Branstad pays nearly thirteen thousand in taxes on salary
Governor Ter ry Branstad reported 78 064 income as governor. He reduced taxable income to 41 722 via deductions including a 14 291 loss from farm and rental property near Lake Mills. He paid 7 465 federal, 3 450 state taxes and 3 924 Social Security.
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Elections by mail bill advances to governor
The Iowa House approved a bill by a 51 to 48 vote to let some special elections be conducted by mail including school bond referendums while routine elections with candidates on the ballot stay unaffected. Proponents say higher participation and lower costs. critics cite ballot integrity concerns. The measure now goes to Gov. Terry Branstad.
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