Independent Iowa senator seeks full committee seats
The Gazette argues for independent senator David Johnson of Ocheyedan to gain six full committee slots. Republicans block him as a one man minority, while Democrats offer seats, highlighting barriers to third party governance and urging Senate rules reform to honor independent representation.
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DragonCam proposed to police rural two lane highways speeders
Michael Maschmann and Roger Heckroth of Iowa critique two topics. Maschmann defends DragonCam speed cameras to enforce 55 mph on two lane roads and protect motorists. Heckroth calls Grassley remarks about estate tax repeal an embarrassment and questions tax break logic for non millionaires.
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Credit unions defend not for profit status in tax reform debate
Jeff Disterhoff, president of University of Iowa Community Credit Union, argues that tax reform aimed at credit unions would raise costs for 1.1 million Iowa members. He highlights UICCU rankings, $58 million in member savings, $10 million in mortgage notary fees avoided, and community support while contrasting with banks' profits and 85 percent of state assets.
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Iowa City approves rental caps amid housing market tension
Iowa City City Council approved new rental restrictions after a state law banned nonrelated roommate limits. The move risks reducing housing supply and drawing legal challenges, with critics arguing it targets students and young renters while proponents cite balance for long term residents. Local leaders point to recent 3,000 new or planned beds as progress.
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