Norway banker seeks GOP nod for treasurer
Burtwin Day of Norway a 56 year old banker announced on Monday his bid for the Republican nomination for state treasurer. He seeks a more collaborative Executive Council with Gov. Branstad, arguing Republicans should help craft cohesive 1990s policy. Day opposes tax anticipation bonds for operational expenses and would lead the state toward firmer budgeting. Day leads Benton County Savings Bank and runs real estate and insurance firms, with prior GOP leadership roles and ISU veteran status. He and his wife Nancy have four children.
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House Democrats Open to DNA Breakup Proposal
House Democrats say a Senate bill to split the Iowa Department of Natural Resources deserves serious consideration but hope politics do not drive the decision. Rep. Dennis Black and Rep. Paul Johnson say they are open to hearing arguments as proposals circulate to reshape the EPC and create an environmental advocate position. Branstad signoff remains uncertain, with the governor less firm on the breakup than the Senate.
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Branstad sees Japan trade as opportunity not threat
Gov. Terry Branstad after an eight day Far East mission says Japan offers growing markets for Iowa agricultural products especially beef pork corn and soybeans. He notes political instability in Japan could affect long term openness while announcing Nichii Corp will open a 2 million soybean plant in Iowa processing up to one million bushels annually. PMX plans a 127 million brass and copper mill in Cedar Rapids marking significant foreign investment.
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Marion Senator Pate hospitalized after illness
State Senator Paul Pate of Marion said he was admitted to St Luke's Hospital Saturday after migraine headaches muscle soreness and flu like symptoms began Wednesday night. Tests continued Monday to determine the illness as he expects to resume duties in Des Moines later this week.
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