DHS director urges progress despite 2015 challenges
Iowa Department of Human Services Director Chuck Palmer defended the agency’s gains while warning 2015 would be financially difficult. He noted the mental health redesign proceeded smoothly and the Health Plan Medicaid expansion helps 113000 Iowans, with 26000 receiving their first dental exam. Advocates pressed for action on waiting lists and elder abuse reviews, urging better cooperation with local agencies to meet Olmstead requirements.
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Branstad wary of DHS spending rise as budgets tightened
Des Moines The head of Iowa DHS warned Gov Branstad and lawmakers of storm clouds amid shrinking federal matching funds and rising program costs. DHS seeks a 7 percent general fund increase to exceed 1.9 billion, funding social and Medicaid services amid a 6.28 billion budget from all sources. Palmer cited cost savings from mental health redesign and lower charity care as uninsured declines ease some pressures.
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IOWA CITY MAN ACCUSED OF BREAKING IN THREATENING WOMAN
Iowa City police report 30 year old Vernard Archer entered a College Street apartment while a woman slept, shoved her, held a knife to her neck and threatened to kill her. He was found nearby, identified, and faces charges including first degree burglary and intimidation with a dangerous weapon. In Cedar Rapids, officers credited bystanders for helping track a purse robber, leading to the arrest of 31 year old Pierre Morrow on first degree robbery and a prior fourth degree theft warrant.
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Eastern Iowans press for dialogue with Iran on nuclear issues
Riverside FCNL members joined 430 supporters from 43 states in Washington to advocate diplomatic talks with Iran over its nuclear program. Participants urged stopping weapon-grade materials and preserving Iran’s power capabilities through negotiations while U S Rep Loe bsack called nuclear weapons development unacceptable.
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