Capitol roundup frames Iowa policy shifts and trials
Iowa Gov. Branstad signals limited labor law changes and centralized health benefits talks. Supreme Court nominees interviews wrap as Lt. Gov. Reynolds participates. Open meetings and eminent domain reform move through committees. Debates on dual income scrutiny and shackling reforms continue. Presidents Day tribute cited.
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Tom Shaw
David Johnson
Rochevedan
West Branch
Herbert Hoover
Lawmakers square off on abortion bills in Iowa
Des Moines Gazette reports House Republicans expanding abortion debate into health insurance coverage. Rep. Dawn Pettengill argues HB 57 would require abortion coverage to be sold separately from the state exchange, while opponents say federal law already covers the issue. Sen. Hatch and Chuck Hurley discuss House Files 5 and 153 amid a politically charged climate.
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