Iowa Democrats hopeful on 2018 House majority push
Iowa Democratic leader Mark Smith says Alabama Democrat Doug Jones victory signals national trend and boosts hope of flipping the Iowa House in 2018. He notes recent wins and says Democrats aim to gain 10 seats, while Republicans cite Iowa as a purple state with strong candidate recruitment.
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Heckroth challenges Finkenauer over PAC donations in Iowa race
Cedar Falls Democrat Thomas Heckroth urges Abby Finkenauer to refuse PAC and lobbyist contributions during the 2018 Iowa legislative session starting Jan 8. Finkenauer’s campaign says federal campaign funds are not bound by state ethics rules. The race for the 1st District includes Cedar Rapids and Dubuque, with a likely two person contest between Finkenauer and Heckroth. Finkenauer has union endorsements and support from EMILY's List and NARAL. fundraising totals show Finkenauer leading with 308,120 raised and 168,586 cash on hand versus Heckroth's 133,822 and 105,296. The primary is June 5.
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Senators weighing Cruz proposals to aid oil refiners in RFS debate
U.S. lawmakers from corn states consider Ted Cruz ideas to help refiners meet Renewable Fuel Standard costs without undercutting ethanol. White House talks aim to mediate oil corn industry tensions as RIN credits hit two month lows. Grassley Ernst and Toomey coordinate with Cruz on potential reforms while preserving RFS integrity.
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Ernst backs bipartisan bill to curb congressional harassment
U S Senator Joni Ernst joins Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and other Republicans in sponsoring the Congressional Harassment Reform Act. The measure ends forced mediation, extends protections to interns and fellows, makes settlements public unless a victim opts out, and makes lawmakers liable for claims. Gillibrand calls the attack sexist.
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