Senate OKs limit on copying charges in open records
The Iowa Senate approved a package of sunshine laws limiting local fees for public documents and allowing fax requests. The measure vaults local officials to charge only direct copying costs and moves to the House. it targets abuse in recording costs and permits faxed access.
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Bottle bill threats loom as session ends
Recycle advocates warned that Iowa's bottle deposit law faces danger unless protections are added in the closing days of the legislative session. Former Gov. Terry Branstad urged lawmakers to protect the "old friend" and require grocers to accept recyclables amid talk of waivers. Ween Fleagle of the Iowa Grocery Industry Institute said about 100 of 600 stores have such waivers, with no broad push by others known.
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Iowa speed limit debate focuses on enforcement and funding
Gouvernor Vilsack urged caution in raising rural interstate limits and stripped cruiser purchases from the budget. Lawmakers warn higher speeds mean more tickets while experts note enforcement will rise. previous trends show speeds creep after limits increase and trooper numbers have fallen.
Iowa DOT to update 450 speed limit signs nationwide
Iowa officials said updating all 450 speed limit signs will cost 124 000 dollars with manufacturing starting immediately. The department will study rural interstates to raise some to 70 mph while others stay at 65 mph credited to code changes. New vinyl signs to cover existing 65 mph signs will go up before the July 1 law take effect.
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