Abbas Hamas Unity Pact Shocks Peace Talks
Hamas and Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas agreed to form a unity government within five weeks and hold elections within six months. Israel criticized the move and canceled the U S backed talks. Washington said the deal could complicate efforts to advance negotiations toward a two state solution.
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Lawmakers approve education funding compromise in Iowa
A House Senate panel approved a 986 million education budget for 2015 covering a tuition freeze for state universities, boosting K-12 reforms with 49 million, and increasing community college funding by 8 million. The measure advances with support from both parties and directs new funding to regent universities, community colleges, and related departments beginning July 1.
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Industry and casinos reach $72 million agreement on greyhound racing
Iowa lawmakers broker a 72 million package to end racing at Bluffs Run Council Bluffs and continue at Mystique Dubuque with a soft landing fund for owners and a second chance track. Bluffs Run pays 65 million over seven years plus purse supplements. Mystique pays 1 million annually for seven years plus purse support until Oct 21. The city of Dubuque will lease the track to the Iowa Greyhound Association for five years with a renewal option.
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Medical marijuana bill advances to Senate floor in Iowa
The measure would grant prosecutorial immunity to possessing cannabidiol a low THC oil used for seizures It passed two committees and could reach the Senate as lawmakers push amid overtime debates Support comes from families led by parents and from Sen Belkcom while critics note FDA approval and quality control concerns
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