Iowa House approves ban on abortions via telemedicine
The Iowa House advanced a measure to ban prescribing abortion inducing drugs via telemedicine with a 55 to 42 vote. The bill would impose fines and license suspensions on doctors and reflects safety concerns about remote abortion care amid ongoing legal challenges and a Democratic Senate likely to reject the measure.
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Iowa House approves ban on e-cigarette sales to minors
The Iowa House passed a bill 76 to 22 banning electronic cigarette sales to minors despite Republican support and Democratic opposition. Critics urged broader limits on fruit flavored or nicotine free devices, and amendments to bar use on school property failed. Democratic members urged stronger protections awaiting Senate action.
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Iowa DOT sticks to five year plan amid possible federal aid shortfall
Iowa Department of Transportation will largely keep its 2015 19 five year construction plan despite a potential loss of federal aid. If the Highway Trust Fund shrinks Iowa projects may be delayed though officials plan as if federal funds will remain. Stuart Anderson notes Congress has acted before and the commission remains ready to adjust only if funding fails.
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