Iowa lawmaker opposes death penalty in committee
Rep. Dan Jay chair of the House Judiciary Committee says he will not bring a death penalty bill out of committee and opposes reinstating capital punishment. Senate counterpart Al Sturgeon likewise will not allow such a bill. Governor Branstad pushes limited reinstatement amid political pressure.
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D-Moulton
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al Sturgeon
Sioux City
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New lawmakers told budget will be top concern
Iowa freshmen hear that budget discipline will dominate their first year with cuts and careful spending to balance the state budget. Governor Branstad and Lt. Gov elect Corning address 18 House members and seven senators as they prepare for reapportionment and appropriations briefings.
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IowaGas Prices Seen Rising After Iraq Kuwait Deadline
An Iowa analyst predicts gasoline prices will rise after the holidays as the January 15 UN deadline for Iraq to withdraw from Kuwait approaches. Rick Ney says the date tightens oil markets and could prompt cautious stocking by traders, lifting prices.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Rick Ney
United Nations
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Food stamp use rises in Iowa as unemployment worries grow
In Iowa the number of federal food stamp recipients rose from 167,961 in October to 171,560 in November, with 1,205 more households on aid. State official Marvin Weidner cited unemployment and seasonal factors, noting the rise could signal a trend or be temporary. Total coupons issued also climbed, while statewide figures for the year show a persistent uptick in recipients and benefits. Additionally, a fire at Stormy’s tavern and Peg and Win’s Market in Lohrville caused damage and will be investigated by the state fire marshal.
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