Branstad seeks bipartisan backing for gas tax hike
Governor Terry Branstad urged bipartisan support for increasing Iowa’s gas tax to address a $215 million annual shortfall in road funding. He declined to offer a plan, saying it would invite critics. He favors multiple revenue sources and an open, consensus driven approach with input from all four legislative caucuses. Branstad also announced a three day economic development trip to New York City to meet business leaders.
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Branstad names Adam Gregg Iowa public defender and Jack Ketzner liaison
Gov. Terry Branstad announced two appointments on Monday. Adam Gregg a Johnston Republican who lost his 2014 bid for attorney general was named Iowa public defender. Jack Ketzner who ran Branstad Reynolds 2014 reelection campaign was named governor's legislative liaison for the 2015 session opening Jan. 12.
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UI reports second campus sexual assault this year
The University of Iowa warns the campus community of a second report of sexual assault by an unknown perpetrator this year, marking the ninth in and near campus since classes began. Police solicit information and offered no further details.
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Linn County to close Options sheltered workshop by 2016
The Linn County board unanimously backed a task force recommendation to shutter the Options program sheltered workshop for developmentally disabled adults by mid 2016 at latest. About 200 adults are served weekly. half use day habilitation services. Clients will move to day-hab or private/nonprofit programs as changes proceed with planning time for families.
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