Culver names interim chief as Blouin leaves development post
Gov elect Culver appoints Mike Tramontina as interim head of the Department of Economic Development after Mike Blouin resigns. Culver also taps Gary Kendell to lead Drug Control Policy and keeps Ralph Rosenberg at the Civil Rights Commission. several other staffing changes are announced for the new administration.
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Vilsack resigns as chairman of Democratic Leadership Council
Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack resigns as chair of the Democratic Leadership Council to focus on his presidential bid. He credits former President Clinton’s precedent and endorses Harold Ford as his successor, noting Ford’s Democratic advocacy and potential to lead the DLC.
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Capitol Digest: Iowa House caucus site move and staff changes
Eastern Iowa readers note House Republicans must relocate closed door caucuses from a shared wall with Democrats in the Capitol. Tim Albrecht leaves to join Mitt Romney's exploratory committee as Iowa campaign spokesperson. A concurrent resolution seeks higher pay for senior legislative aides. Senator Lamy McKibben vows to fight any tax increase while seeking tax relief from surplus funds.
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Legislature committee calls for 150 million more for natural resources
A state panel studying sustainable funding for natural resources asks for an additional 150 million dollars annually to boost water quality protect soil fish wildlife and natural areas and expand parks trails and recreation. The group proposes funding via gambling and lottery profits revenue bonds and a small sales tax share. Members say the plan strengthens resources and attracts young talent to Iowa.
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Iowa lawmakers weigh natural resources funding options
The committee reports varied funding methods across states including user fees and tax allocations. Public input shows strong support for more funding with 270 comments and a 900 resident survey indicating water quality concerns and 77 percent backing additional funds. Voters would pay $10 to $25 yearly for land, water, and wildlife protection.
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