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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 2003
Page
10
The Iowa Senate voted 46 to 4 to lower the drunken driving threshold from 0.10 to 0.08 percent. Gov. Tom Vilsack supports the measure saying it will improve highway safety and preserve federal funds. Critics call it federal blackmail and warn it targets social drinkers.
The proposed bill would boost 2004 convictions by 265 and 2005 by 531 under a 0.08 blood alcohol standard, with jail and probation figures. It could yield about 2 million in new highway funds for counties, or 47.5 million loss if not adopted, while allowing work permits for some first offenses and compulsory interlock devices for higher BAC. Senate votes split along party lines with critics-led objections.
Iowa Gov. Tom Vilsack moved to keep Neala Arnold on the Board of Regents as student representative after she graduates. Arnold’s nomination for a new six year term was withdrawn and an interim one year appointment is planned amid senate concerns. Senator Donald Redfern suggested a three year term might be more appropriate for student regents.
Gov Tom Vilsack and wife Christie will get federal and state tax refunds totaling 3277 and 516 respectively after withholdings. Their adjusted gross income was 107863 with 15875 in federal taxes and 5386 in state taxes due. Net refunds stem from overwithholding. additional income was rent from a small Mount Pleasant area farm.
Secretary of State Chet Culver had back surgery on Tuesday after months of pain. Spokeswoman Joni Klaassen said the decision was made Monday and Culver is expected to return in a week to 10 days if recovery goes smoothly.
Rep Clarence Hoffman chairs the House Economic Growth Committee and Sen Bill Dotzler urges bond sales to fund upfront business stimulus for embedding life science firms in Iowa. Vilsack cautions Republicans against tying the plan to regulatory reform that limits workers rights. Hoffman rejects veto-bait claims as discussions continue.
The Iowa Senate approved House File 583 by 42-8 to carve an exception in ethics rules for receptions during the legislative session if all lawmakers are invited. Hosts must disclose reception costs. Critics say the change favors wealthier groups. Senator Herman Quirmbach oppose gifts for sale.
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