Senate leaders block no smoking proposal in Iowa Senate
In Des Moines AP report, lawmakers argued over limits on smoking in the Iowa Senate as a committee plans a new compromise. Sen Jean Lloyd Jones pushed to ban smoking in the chamber and secrecy area while tobacco supporters warned it tramples tradition.
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Editors sue over religious freedom after firing
Former Fairfield Ledger editors Kennedy and Lambertsen sue in Des Moines federal court claiming religious liberty violations after being fired for leadership roles in a pro life group formed at their church. Kennedy seeks 100000 dollars and Lambertsen 150000.
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Finance Authority director changes job
Gov. Terry Branstad announced that Larry Tuel resigned as executive director of the Iowa Finance Authority to lead the Iowa Housing Corp. Tuel, 39, will end Dec. 20 and start new duties the following week. Ted Chapler, 35, will replace him as executive director effective Dec. 21.
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Regents seek 23 percent budget hike for Iowa universities
The State Board of Regents requests a 23 percent general fund increase for fiscal 1992 totaling 637.9 million, adding 259 full-time positions amid capital projects of 63.6 million. The plan targets University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and UNI with raised budgets and new facilities to pursue excellence.
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IDOT seeks funds to expand workforce and program
IDOT Director Darrel Rensink asked Gov. Branstad for a 7.2 percent budget increase totaling 213 million for fiscal 1992. The request adds 92 full time employees and relies on non-general fund revenues. The highway program would average 300 to 350 million annually for five years, with emphasis on maintenance, snow removal, planning, design, and inspection.
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