Senate panel backs 2 percent school aid growth
An Iowa Senate Education Committee vote approved a 2 percent allowable growth increase in per pupil state aid for 2012. Two superintendents urged lawmakers to fund at least 2 percent and preserve voluntary preschool, while Republicans push for no base increase to favor property tax relief.
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Pawlenty outlines family focus at Iowa City education event
Former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty spoke at the University of Iowa during a Family Leader lecture in Iowa City. He urged public education improvements, more schooling options, and accountability in higher education while calling for entitlement reform and a restrained federal budget.
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Branstad warns tax cuts may not all be possible
Gov. Terry Branstad told lawmakers that Iowa cannot afford all proposed tax cuts at once. He supports property tax relief and a flat corporate tax, while House Republicans push a 20 percent personal income tax cut costing 204 million first year. He prefers targeted property tax relief and future rate reform.
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Capitol Digest Monday Statehouse Roundup
A bill banning most abortions after week 20 may not pass the House Human Resources Committee. Senate Study Bill 1048 would expand energy definitions to include synthesis gas to attract federal tax credits for a $170 million Marion project. A same sex marriage public accommodations bill draws opposition from groups who say it breaks Iowa values. Sen Herman Quirmbach criticizes dissolvable nicotine products as he backs tighter controls.
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Lake Macbride no wake rule stirs Iowa debate
Eastern Iowans press for statewide lake rules arguing Macbride’s no wake limit should apply to all 100 acre plus lakes. Lawmakers and residents discuss motor size, boat access, and whether Coralville Lake offers a fair alternative while protesting disparate treatment between lakes.
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