Iowa GOP votes to remove gender identity from Civil Rights Act
In a crowded Iowa Capitol, Republicans passed a bill to strip gender identity from the Iowa Civil Rights Act, moving it to Gov. Reynolds who is expected to sign. If enacted, Iowa would become the first state to remove a protected class from its civil code amid large protests and chants from opponents.
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Bill proposes Medicaid work requirements
A bill advancing to impose work requirements on Medicaid recipients faces debate. Proponents argue tighter rules will encourage employment and reduce costs, while opponents warn the needy may lose coverage if challengers lack work opportunities or caregiving duties.
Cedar Rapids middle school plan draws traffic tax concerns
About 100 residents near the 51 acre site at Highway 100 and Ushers Ferry Road NE voiced worries about traffic costs and property tax effects at a Cedar Rapids Community School District feedback session held at Harding Middle School. The district bought the lot in January for a new middle school.
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Regents delay UI project over federal uncertainty
The University of Iowa Memorial Union renovation, valued at 81.4 million, faced a rare rejection by the Board of Regents amid unprecedented federal funding uncertainty. Regent David Barker proposed tabling the plan, citing prudence given current funding doubts while Rod Lehnertz defended the student-backed fee plan to cover debt.
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