IAble saves plan for Iowa disabled announced by treasurer
Iowa State Treasurer Mike Fitzgerald unveiled IAble a new tax advantaged savings program for disabled Iowans and families. The plan allows up to 14000 a year in savings for qualified expenses with tax deferral on earnings and eligibility to use funds without losing federal assistance. Accounts open with 25 and can reach up to 100000 for eligible individuals under 26 or blind. Accompanying details note partnership with 14 other states and online access via IAble.gov.
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ACA signups decline in Iowa amid uncertainty over repeal
Ed Tibbetts reports Iowa enrollment in the ACA marketplace fell to 51,573 between November 1 and January 31, down from 55,089 last year, mirroring a national drop from 9.6 million to 9.2 million. Limited publicity and looming repeal threaten renewed enrollment, with premium averages rising about 25 percent nationwide.
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Toledo residents weigh in on Iowa Juvenile Home reuse options
Toledo residents debated three proposed reuse plans for the shut Iowa Juvenile Home, seeking economic viability and job gains. Matrix Design Group outlined two options preserving an educational facility with housing and a third offering senior and residential living, with projected tax revenues and job counts. About 50 residents attended as organizers prepare a preferred plan and a spring marketing effort ahead of a May to June completion.
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Matrix
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Donohoe
Cedar Rapids man sentenced to 151 months for heroin distribution
Shawn Albert, 25, was sentenced by U S District Chief Judge Linda Reade to 151 months in federal prison for distributing heroin that caused a near fatal overdose of his girlfriend in 2015. He pleaded guilty to distributing heroin on September 27 2015 and faces additional time in Linn County District Court.
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