Iowa congressmen expect tough start for new session
Washington reports the 107th Congress opens with a divided power structure. Republicans hold the White House and narrow majorities in the House and Senate, while Democrats campaign to regain control. The split Senate 50 50 gives Vice President Cheney tie breaking power.
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Budget gridlock looms as Iowa lawmakers face tight funds
Des Moines bureau reports the 2001 Iowa General Assembly will propose a general fund budget above 5 billion while facing limits. Leaders say wiggle room is scarce as Vilsack and lawmakers must cut or reallocate existing programs with no tax hikes expected.
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Taxing Choices Face Iowa Budget Cuts and Tax Reform
Lawmakers weigh hard choices as state funds face competing constituencies. David Brasher of the NFIB urges limiting programs and advancing tax reform including phasing out taxes on Social Security benefits and curbing spending to move the state forward.
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UI program helps recruits' partners find local work
Julie Schoening and Christopher Ball moved to Iowa City after Ball received a faculty offer in political science. The couple sought meaningful employment for Schoening with a master’s in international affairs, highlighting the university’s focus on partner placement as part of recruiting. The effort, endorsed by UI Provost Jon Whitmore, aims to seal faculty deals by supporting spouses.
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Tyson to buy IBP for 3.2 billion in cash and stock
Tyson Foods Inc will acquire IBP Inc in a 3.2 billion deal, assuming 1.5 billion in debt. IBP will be paid 30 a share in cash and Tyson stock. The merger, awaiting regulatory and shareholder approval, would create a dominant poultry beef and pork giant with about 24 billion in annual sales.
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