Legislature moves telemedicine abortion ban in House committee
A House subcommittee approved a bill to ban telemedicine abortion in Iowa with a 2-1 vote. The measure would fine doctors and suspend licenses for prescribing abortion drugs remotely, replacing prior criminal penalties. Supporters say it protects women's health while opponents warn it harms access.
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Lobbyists push VoIP deregulation bill in Iowa hearing
More than 40 lobbyists including six from AT&T are on the VoIP deregulation bill in Iowa. Rep. Bob Kressig says the move could alter telecom regulation, shifting oversight toward the FCC, while the Iowa Utilities Board warns of uneven competition and slower state responsiveness to consumers. The bill faces a noon hearing in the House Lounge with subcommittee approval possible.
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UN panel condemns Vatican abuse response and church teachings
A U N committee report accuses the Holy See of mishandling clerical abuse, condemns church stances on sexuality and abortion, and calls for turning over clerics to authorities. It criticizes a code of silence and urges release of internal investigation documents. The Vatican rejects the critique as ideological.
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