Iowa rule changes could cut manufacturing sales tax by $60 million
A state proposal to exempt consumable manufacturing equipment from sales tax would save manufacturers about $60 million over two years, reducing revenue for cities counties and schools. Cedar Rapids faces a heavy impact due to its manufacturing share while officials weigh effects on public services and local option taxes.
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Iowa official rejects stay on WellCare contract review
Janet Phipps, Iowa Department of Administrative Services director, said four parties may review an administrative law judge’s decision on WellCare of Iowa’s contract. She denied requests for a stay from DHS rivals Meridian Health Plan of Iowa and Human Services, and she rejected expedited final rulings for Aetna and Meridian. The four groups sought more time as the state eyed its $5 billion Medicaid program and potential restart of bidding.
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UI to require diversity courses for all incoming students
The University of Iowa will make a diversity and inclusion curriculum mandatory for all freshmen at its largest undergraduate college starting in 2017. University leaders condemned racist incidents on and around campus and outlined steps to promote tolerance and mutual respect amid national concerns over minority student safety.
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