Senate speeds through lobbyist rules amid broader tax talk
The Iowa Senate approved annual lobbyist rules with little debate and no roll call, prompting questions about disclosure of expenditures and client payments. Behind the scenes, lawmakers wrestled with a looming $8.5 million property tax increase and broader tax-equity questions while committee work dominated House activity.
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Agriculture students form state organization in Cedar Rapids
Area vocational agriculture students form a new state group in Cedar Rapids to gain clout with officials. They plan officer elections, regulations, and a delegation to a Kansas City national meeting in April, as laboratory costs rise faster than funding. Rep. Reid Crawford supports broader cooperation amid budget cuts. Randy Roberts of Kirkwood's Hoof and Horn Club serves as conference chairman.
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Impeachment Proceedings Opened Against Andrew Johnson
On this date in 1868 Congress began impeachment proceedings against President Andrew Johnson. The move followed disputes over Reconstruction policy and presidential powers, signaling a historic clash between legislative and executive branches.
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Ray to attend National Governors Association meeting
Gov. Robert Ray will leave Des Moines this afternoon for a three day NGA conference in Washington. He may clash on the constitutional requirement to balance the federal budget, a proposal California Gov. Jerry Brown is expected to push for. Ray notes the Iowa Legislature approved the request, and he plans to return next Wednesday.
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