Iowa House Rejects Branstad Broadband Bill in 51 44 Vote
The Iowa House defeated the Connect Every Iowan broadband expansion bill 51 to 44 as nine Republicans joined 42 Democrats. Republicans condemned the move while Democrats said the plan did not go far enough to widen access and tax credits were outlined for providers. The session also passed anti bullying legislation with parental notification and approved a drone regulation measure outlining admissibility of UAV evidence and a study of potential code changes.
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Senate okays Iowa dog racing phaseout deal
Fast track legislation would end greyhound racing in Council Bluffs by 2015 with the Dubuque track finishing this season and leasing future racing. Casinos pay 72 million over seven years to aid owners leaving the business and to help continue racing in Dubuque. The bill passes 46 to 2 and moves to the House for approval.
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