Capitol security at Iowa Statehouse under scrutiny
Visitors face checkpoints while legislators and staff use badges to bypass screenings. Residents question fairness and effectiveness of security measures. Officials note high costs and vary opinions on public access and potential threats after 9 11.
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Group forms to study Iowa road funding needs
A coalition of cities counties and the Iowa Department of Transportation forms to assess road construction and maintenance needs and propose funding changes for the 2003 session. The Iowa Chamber Alliance seeks higher state and city shares of road tax receipts and lower county allocations.
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Right to sue measure urged for consumers in Iowa
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller urged lawmakers to pass a bill giving consumers the right to sue in fraud cases. He said current law lets only the attorney general enforce the Consumer Fraud Act, leaving citizens without private action. Miller warned that con artists prey on seniors with home repair and lending scams, while opponents say it could trigger more lawsuits and harm business.
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Red-light camera bill gains support in Iowa legislature
In Des Moines the proposed law would let police issue mail tickets for red-light violations captured by cameras. Police chief Winkelhake says cameras avoid dangerous stops. the bill, led by Rep. Patrick Shey, aims to reduce accidents.
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Lawmakers oppose tax hikes as state faces budget strain
Iowa legislators from both parties resist a sixth penny tax for school infrastructure and consider user fees for parks. Revenue officials warn of possible future moves as a $450 million fiscal 2003 budget gap looms, with talk of tax incentives and a sales tax adjustment tied to property tax relief.
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Capitol reporters contact details and inbox note
Capitol reporters Rod Boshart provides contact phone and email. The inquiry box lists TM address at 319 E Fifth St Des Moines IA 50309 for the Iowa bureau.
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Senate seat 39 special election set for Feb 19
Gov. Tom Vilsack announced a Feb 19 special election in Senate District 39 to fill the vacancy caused by Sen. JoAnn Johnson resigning to join the National Credit Union Administration Board. Johnson, a former farmer, teacher and coach, will serve a six year term on the board after a recess appointment and swearing in Tuesday.
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