Time for Action tour to Cedar Rapids outlines higher standards
Governor Tom Vilsack spoke to the 81st General Assembly and urged bold, bipartisan strides to raise Iowa’s schools and economy. He proposed $800 million for a expanded Iowa Values Fund, universal preschool, higher teacher pay, and a cigarette tax to fund Medicaid, with funding also aimed at child care and local governance reform.
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Lawmakers back levy to fund deer population reduction plan
Iowa lawmakers urged a 10 cent levy on 3.9 million auto policies to fund the Stop Hunger program that donates deer meat to food banks and prisons. Sen. Dennis Black said the levy could boost deer donations toward 5,000 and reduce crashes, but insurers questioned its viability and fairness. About 84,000 antlerless licenses were available this season, with roughly 71,000 sold so far.
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Lawmakers react to state address with cautious optimism
Sen Joe Bolkcom says the speech signals urgency as Governor pushes priorities. Rep Jeff Elgin calls it a rallying cry but notes details are sketchy. Senator Mary Lundby questions spending amid a 360 million deficit while praising new ideas. Representative Kraig Paulsen demands specifics on funding and feasibility. Senator Mark Zieman stresses bipartisanship and cooperation.
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