Iowa House Approves Zero Growth in School Funding
In a largely party line vote the Iowa House approved zero percent growth in state funding for 2012 and 2013 for schools, defeating a 2 percent growth proposal. The measure, supported by Republicans as fiscally responsible, sets up a clash with a Democratic Senate aiming for 2 percent growth.
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G R schools seek funds to close achievement gap
Cedar Rapids and Des Moines area educators urged Senate support for SF 63 to double at risk funding for mentoring programs. They argue additional money could extend learning time via after school and summer programs and parent education for at risk students. The Cedar Rapids district would gain about 496000 if approved.
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Iowa lawmakers wary of online or phone based gambling
Iowa officials hear from Terry Rich that electronic delivery of lottery products is coming but lawmakers show little appetite to expand wagering. They stress safeguards and potential regulatory hurdles, with skepticism about online gambling and TouchPlay's legacy.
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Capitol Digest Roundup of Iowa Legislature Tuesday
A Senate subcommittee will hold a public meeting Thursday to consider a bill that would ban automated traffic enforcement cameras statewide and terminate current systems. UI official Jordan Cohen frames economic development as a team sport with multiple partners, noting 90 incubated companies and $963 million in annual impact.
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