March for Life rally amid cold on Roe v Wade anniversary
Thousands braved 14 degree wind to march on the National Mall as House Republicans pledged a vote next week to end taxpayer funding for abortions. Cantor noted Senate and presidential hurdles, while Pope Francis voiced support on Twitter.
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Iowa Senate backs tax exemption for military retirement
A Senate Ways and Means subcommittee backed a retroactive to 2013 tax exemption for military retirement pay, as part of Home Base Iowa. Branstad cited 10 million dollars in lost revenue but called the move a landmark veterans measure. Veterans praised the plan as a factor in staying in Iowa and attracting skilled workers.
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Bill would urge Iowa Guard to report sexual assaults to authorities
Des Moines Iowa lawmakers back a bill to require Iowa Guard and Reserves under state orders to report sexual assault or trauma to civilian authorities for criminal prosecution. The measure aims to close a loophole while noting it would not apply to federally mobilized troops.
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