Senate moves to end home ICN dial-up access for Iowa students
The Senate approved SF 519 by 35-15 to stop home dial-up Internet via the Iowa Communication Network for educators and students. Dormitory access may extend past Jan 1, 1998 only if regents and private colleges seek regulators’ approval. Critics fear off campus inequities and higher university costs.
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Iowa Braille School to buy 320000 of teaching tech
The Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School in Vinton plans about 320000 in equipment including Braille printing software and electronic notebooks with synthesized voice. The purchase aims to modernize education for 55 on campus and blind students elsewhere, funded by state money and a charitable bequest. The plan includes Iowa Communications Network fiber optic TV for two way sessions with University Hospitals in Iowa City and other sites.
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Senators push new school tax credit despite budget concerns
Iowa Senate approved a 3 million expansion to cover public school fees, a middle class relief move said to be a priority by Sen. Tom Vilsack. Opponents warn the extra cost is not in the 1998 budget and may derail the session. Senate Leader Iverson questioned the bill while McCoy sought reconsideration. The chamber also extended a business tax break for subchapter S firms up to eight million dollars overall.
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