Democrats Unite for Big Problem Solutions in Des Moines Session
In Des Moines the 2018 legislative opening mixes optimism and criticism as Republicans pledge tax relief and Democrats urge action to fix a budget mess and tackle sexual harassment in the Statehouse. Senate President Jack Whitter notes high optimism and smiles.
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Reynolds State of the State livestream and coverage
The Gazette offers a live 10 a.m. stream of Governor Kim Reynolds State of the State address with realtime Fact Checker updates. First day focused on pomp and ceremony with opening speeches as family members accompany lawmakers into the Statehouse.
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Reynolds to deliver State Address as Iowa's first female governor
Des Moines Osceola Republican Kim Reynolds will become the first female Iowa governor to deliver a Condition of the State address to a joint session. Reynolds says the speech will reflect her background as a small town girl from rural Iowa and her vision, urging Iowans not to fear dreaming big and to challenge themselves.
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Iowa Medicaid seeks third private provider for complex cases
Iowa’s new Medicaid director Michael Randol said the state may add one or two private managed care firms to run the program that covers 600000 Iowans. He extended bids for a third slot to begin July 1, 2019, and stressed readiness reviews and policy alignment before selection.
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Trump backs crop insurance subsidies to farmers
In Nashville at the American Farm Bureau convention, President Trump pledged to back crop insurance subsidies in the next farm bill and to cut regulatory pressure on farmers. He cited plans to pass a timely farm bill delivering funds for agriculture and related programs, a reversal from prior proposed cuts that unsettled farming groups.
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