GOP attacks fiber optic plan in Iowa ICN funding fight
The Iowa Communications Network becomes a partisan battleground with Gov. Branstad facing criticism from Republicans and Democrats alike. Rep. Fred Grandy backs the project but cites missteps, while Democrats seek more cost details before approving further funding and expansion.
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No helmet law in Iowa drives traffic safety spending surge
Iowa will divert 1.5 percent of federal road funds to safety programs this year and 3 percent in coming years due to no helmet requirement. The shift adds about 2 million this year and 4 million next year to safety efforts, with at least 40 percent allotted to local governments. Betsy Dittemore outlined uses like police patrols and EMS. Gov Branstad vetoed helmeted licensing changes, ending debate for now.
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