Iowa lawmakers seek ban on Friday football by Big Ten schools
Rep. Peter Downie proposes banning regent institutions from scheduling Friday football games amid Big Ten TV contracts. UI officials say scheduling autonomy remains, while advocates warn Friday games could hurt high school crowds, traffic, and revenues. West High's Craig Huegel offers to cooperate to minimize impact.
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County pay boards face scrutiny in Iowa bill move
A Iowa House bill seeks to abolish compensation boards and force county supervisors to directly set raises. Supporters say boards cause excessive increases while opponents argue boards provide checks and public accountability. The bill advanced to the Government Committee amid debate.
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Iowa Senate subcommittee weighs bill banning traffic cameras today
The Iowa Senate Judiciary Subcommittee will discuss a bill to outlaw automated traffic enforcement and require removal by July. Cedar Rapids would end cameras at four I 380 locations and three signalized intersections. Officials cite safety, enforcement challenges, and disputes with Cedar Rapids in court over the matter.
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