Redistricting Plan Approved Amid Political Balance
Gov. Terry Branstad signs Iowa s 2011 congressional and legislative redistricting plan. Ed Cook of the Legislative Services Agency says the map met non partisan criteria and political expectations, with the House 90 to 7 and Senate 48 to 1 approving the measure.
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Iowa redistricting cuts U.S. House to four seats under Branstad plan
The plan reduces Iowa from five to four congressional districts after the 2010 census. Rep. Loebsack moves to the new 2nd District, Braley faces a different seat, and Latham and King land in the new 4th while Latham runs in the 3rd against Boswell. Senate and House incumbents are paired in multiple districts.
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Branstad Signs 11 Bills Gun Rights and Gaming Items
Gov. Terry Branstad signed 11 bills into law including SF 456 which restores gun rights after mental health disqualifications and clarifies shall issue rules. A gambling package SF 526 could expand online poker pending debate as regulators discuss tribal power and intrastate hub plans. Worley postpones resignation for medical review and care options. Quote highlights skepticism on education funding budgeting.
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