Iowa Senate weighs 75 mph speed limit on interstates
A bill draft seeks to raise Iowa's interstate speed limit from 70 to 75 mph where allowed by state officials. Sen Brad Zaun says most interstates are built for higher speeds and cites 16 states already at 75 mph. Senator Bowman and Rep Byrnes indicate interest in discussion and potential subcommittee review.
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Senate okays higher school funding and speed limit debate
The Senate approves a spending boost for schools while considering raising Iowa's interstate limit from 70 to 75 mph. Tim Crouch, state traffic engineer supervisor, warns DOT studies show potential crashes and fatalities and would require examining curves to handle 75 mph. Comments contact red.boshart at the Gazette.
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Interstate speed limits reach 85 mph in Texas and 80 in some states
Sixteen states allow at least 75 mph on interstates with rural stretches common. Texas tops at 85 mph on select rural segments while Idaho Utah and Wyoming reach 80 mph on certain interstates. Other states set 75 mph on rural interstates with various exceptions for trucks and urban sections.
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Chase ends in school bus crash near Cedar Rapids
A high speed chase ended near the First Avenue Bridge as a pickup collided with a school bus in Cedar Rapids. James Surrett, 46, identified as barred from driving, was injured. no one on the bus was hurt. Charges pending. others injured treated at UnityPoint St Luke’s.
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Cedar Rapids seeks visionary, accessible superintendent
Cedar Rapids Community School District advances a search for a diverse, urban‑savvy leader with a long term vision to close achievement gaps and engage with schools and community. Fifteen candidates already applied. a slate may reach the board March 6. Superintendent Benson plans to retire June 30.
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