Lawmakers approve symbolic shift on property tax credits
The Iowa House voted 92-0 to require state payment of homestead military and elderly tax credits. The move would replace the 82 percent reimbursement with full state funding, totaling 22.1 million dollars, a sum described as largely symbolic by Speaker Ron Corbett.
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Iowa proposes funding property tax credits in relief plan
The state acknowledges years of underfunding tax credits for local governments. With deficits resolved, lawmakers push a tax relief agenda including a measure to ensure 75 percent of property tax credit funds are passed to taxpayers for five years, amid governor reservations.
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Iowa House OKs 15 year product liability and malpractice limits
The Iowa House passed a bill to curb product liability and medical malpractice suits. It imposes a 15 year statute of repose for products and tightens medical malpractice timeframes. Advocates say it curbs frivolous suits and protects taxpayers. opponents warn it shuts rights for victims. The measure awaits Gov. Branstad's signature.
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