Senate OKs Iowa products liability bill in Senate vote
Cedar Rapids lawmakers hail a compromise measure aimed at curbing liability lawsuits and lowering insurance costs for manufacturers while preserving consumer rights to sue for injuries. The bill adds an eight year limit on certain suits and creates strict liability and warranty provisions, with exemptions for owner-made changes and identified original sellers. Republican Kudart supported the bill despite consumer concerns, while Democrat Robinson urged balance amid high premiums. Opposing votes came from Democrats Norman Rodgers George Kinley and Bill Palmer.
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Cloyd Robinson
Iowa Manufacturers Association
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Lucas DeKoster
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Robinson
Sens
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Adel
George Kinley
Bill, Palmer
Rodgers
Mosher Defends Attack On Lid Plan In Iowa
Iowa State Comptroller Ronald Mosher defended his opposition to a proposed constitutional amendment that would cap government revenue growth. He argued the plan could slash state revenue, affect liquor sales, road funds, unemployment funds, dormitory fees, and prison industry sales, and he urged careful drafting amid legislative scrutiny.
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Ronald Mosher
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House bill aims at fast chases in Des Moines
DES MOINES A House of Representatives bill seeks tougher penalties for high speed chases. It would punish failing to stop for a peace officer with a $1000 fine and up to one year in jail, replacing the previous misdemeanor of failing to yield to an emergency vehicle. The measure passed the House and moves to the Senate.
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Des Moines
House of Representatives
Senate
Dan Jay
Dmoulton
Jay
Wayne Bennett
R-Galva
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