Vilsack to defend education funding ahead of 2005 plan
Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack vows to oppose efforts to alter the ward funded education law that requires fiscal 2006 K-12 growth to be set by February 1. He cites education as the state’s top priority as GOP lawmakers weigh whether to fully fund a 2 percent growth for next year amid revenue uncertainty.
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Calendar of Legislative Committee Sessions and Rooms
The schedule lists multiple committees and meeting times across rooms in the Supreme Court Chamber and other venues. Notable groups include Transportation, Economic Growth, Government Oversight, Joint Appropriations Subcommittees, and Public Safety with sessions from morning to afternoon.
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Senate tightens Iowa spending and boosts water quality plan
The Republican led Senate approved lowering the spending cap to 98 percent of projected revenue and banking 2 percent for the Senior Living Trust Fund. Gov. Vilsack may veto. He also unveiled a $5 million gambling profits infusion to intensify water quality efforts and boost the Environment First Fund with a focus on watersheds monitoring stormwater and nutrient management. The Senate passed SF 2029 toughening child restraint rules for under 11s, with rear facing seats for under 1 year and boosters for under 6. The bill is expected to pass the House and be signed by the governor.
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West Des Moines Republican Wins Iowa Senate Seat
Pat Ward of West Des Moines was sworn into the Iowa state Senate District 30 after defeating Democrat Alicia Claypool. The district covers West Des Moines Clive and Windsor Heights in Polk County, previously held by Mary Kramer who resigned to become U S Ambassador to Barbados.
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Iowa ICN sale eyed to raise 30 to 100 million
Iowa lawmakers study selling excess capacity of the Iowa Communications Network. Potential proceeds could reach 30 to 100 million with a single buyer for at least 25 years, while the state keeps distance learning homeland security and current users.
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