Branstad urges tuition restraint and FAFSA push at school
Gov. Terry Branstad visits Southeast Polk High School to urge FAFSA filing as a pathway to aid and college enrollment. He backs small tuition increases near the cost of living, noting Regents may cap hikes around 3 percent. 2017-18 rates would reach about 7,240 to 7,270 for residents at UNI and ISU.
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Iowa House to consider abortion related funding change bill
A House subcommittee heard from abortion opponents and Planned Parenthood supporters about Senate File 2 which would redirect 3 million in state funds to clinics not offering abortions. Critics warn of reduced services and higher unplanned pregnancies while supporters cite broader access. Gov Branstad supports the measure as it shifts funds from a federal Medicaid waiver toward a state funded program.
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Iowa Statehouse
Iowa Senate approves health premium increase for members
The Iowa Senate passed 50 to 0 a bill requiring legislators and legislative branch staff to pay 20 percent of health care premiums, aligning with noncontract executive employees. The measure affects 297 people, saving the state about 235000 in 2018 and 470000 in 2019, and takes effect in 2018. Kansas officials warn Iowa against tax-cut led funding gaps while urging caution.
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Johnson County prosecutor named 6th District judge
Gov. Terry Branstad appointed Andrew B. Chappell to the Iowa 6th Judicial District bench, replacing retired Judge Robert Sosalla. Chappell, 45, has served as Johnson County civil prosecutor since 2000 and previously practiced civil law in Iowa City.
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