Move to curb campus disturbances eyed in Iowa legislature
Iowa lawmakers consider bills to curb student and employee disturbances at public schools. The Stephens measure proposes summary dismissal for riot activity or strikes without hearings, while a broader Grassley bill targets any group using force to block lawful work or studies with penalties up to two years in prison or a $5,000 fine.
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New Approach to Car Inspection Law Seen
Iowa debates a mixed system with private garages under state supervision for vehicle inspections to meet federal deadlines. Sen Vernon Kyhil proposes criteria for when inspections are required, including post-accident checks and certain ownership or out-of-state registrations. Fees around 3 to 3.50 dollars would fund administration. Nebraska’s suspension of mandatory inspections worries federal officials about losing highway funds.
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Two in Benton Face Drunk Driving Counts
Two people were charged with drunk driving after Friday arrests in Benton County. Dennis Haskins, 19, Independence, bound over to district court after posting $600 bond. he also pled guilty to possession of beer as a minor and fined $100 plus costs. Richard Lahue, 42, Vinton, bound over after $600 bond. his car passenger Newell Ervin, 53, Urbana, charged with intoxication and released on $110 bond. Melvin Stilley, 38, Dysart, appeared in Hite court Saturday on intoxication charge and posted $100 bond.
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New Iowa Rights Group Is Formed
DES MOINES Iowa UPI Russell Nash of Dubuque announced the formation of the Iowa Human Rights Coalition a group of liberal Iowa organizations to coordinate human rights work. Robert Wright NAACP president said his group supports it and University of Iowa Law Professor Arthur Banfield urged stronger enforcement of anti-sex discrimination laws.
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Price Hike Proposal Strains Iowa Liquor Licensees
Iowa Licensed Beverage Assn chief William Miller of Sioux City warns Gov. Ray's proposed 5 percent liquor price rise would raise costs for licensees and fuel bootlegging fears. He notes tax and cost of goods sold would offset any gains, urging exemption for licensees while citing state tax disparities and border drinking trends. Channel 9 promo closes the piece.
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