Iowa open meetings laws face overhaul after enforcement concerns
Iowa officials watchdogs say public access rules for meetings and records are not adequately enforced. Drake University professor Kathleen Richardson calls for stiffer penalties and a reexamination of what constitutes a public meeting as lawmakers consider revisions within the next two years. Local officials and city lobbyists warn changes could affect candidate disclosure and hiring practices.
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Iowa Senate panel backs broader child restraint law
A Senate Transportation Committee approved Senate File 34 expanding Iowa seat belt and child restraint rules to all riders under 19. Senator Tom Hancock said the move protects youths if back seats require restraints. some Republicans fear nanny state overreach and personal responsibility.
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Smile Squad mobile dentistry probes Iowa rural care
Iowa House Health and Human Services Committee reviews the Smile Squad a dental lab on wheels serving Polk and Dallas counties as a tele dental link to the University of Iowa. The effort aims to reach low income and underserved areas amid a dentist shortage. Senate Education hears debate over a 6 percent allowable growth for 2008 09 funding. proposal dies 3 10 with a 4 percent alternative passing to floor debate.
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Quote of the day marks 35th year for Senator Hom
Senator Wally Hom of Cedar Rapids is honored with a Senate resolution marking 35 years in the Legislature. He says he has no plans to retire and will continue to run as long as his health allows.
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Lawmakers review Iowa 2000-foot sex offender residency rule
Iowa lawmakers heard testimony on the 2000-foot rule banning sex offenders with child crimes from living near schools or child care centers. Officials noted few crimes target residency restrictions and violations of the sex offender registry have risen, prompting claims the rule may not enhance child safety.
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Des Moines
Iowa
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Criminal and Juvenile Justice Planning Agency
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Teacher pay raise may aid new Iowa salary plan
Lynch reports in Des Moines that a $70 million state infusion could kickstart a career ladder for public school teachers in Iowa. Institute for Tomorrow's Workforce argues funds could implement the plan while University of Northern Iowa's Robert Koob urges redistribution factors beyond years of service. Opposing view from Iowa State Education Association questions full research and favors pilot programs and data evaluation.
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Des Moines
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