Corbett pushes Reynolds veto of 1 percent school funding
In Cedar Rapids Republican Ron Corbett urged Gov. Kim Reynolds to veto the 1 percent state funding increase for K-12 education, criticizing a trend of modest increases while urging lawmakers to do more for Iowa schools. He noted a 1.1 percent rise last year and pressed for at least matching inflation. Reynolds defended the plan, citing Apple tax credits and existing thresholds, and said no cash has been taken from K-12.
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Iowa Civics Test Bill Faces Friday Deadline
Iowa lawmakers debate requiring a civics exam for high school diplomas. Senate Study Bill 3119 would let seventh graders take a 100 question test for 60 percent to match immigrant citizenship standards, while House Study Bill 573 stalls due to GOP opposition. Supporters cite low civics proficiency. opponents call it a rigid mandate and warn tests beyond current requirements.
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Religious freedom bill clears Iowa Senate subcommittee
Legislation advancing from a Senate Local Government subcommittee would create a strict scrutiny test to protect religious freedom. supporters argue it restores rights for believers, while critics warn of a chilling effect on business and possible harm to Iowa’s NCAA site status and cross border hiring.
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