Farm lobby scores again with five year agriculture bill deal
A broad coalition from grocers to Iowa soybean growers nears passage of a five year farm bill in a divided Congress. The accord would save about 23 billion over a decade, trim food stamps, adjust subsidies, and largely shield farm insurers. Lobbying topped 100 million in nine months of 2013 as agribusiness groups push for policy that favors producers and food aid reform.
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Health care enrollment in Iowa falls short of year-end target
Iowa officials report 61 000 enrolled in state and federal ACA plans with 11 161 in Marketplace Choice and most auto enrolled from IowaCare to the Iowa Health and Wellness Plan. Projection remains 140 000 eligible by year end, while 87 percent had coverage before Obamacare. Enrollment among 18 to 34 year olds trails expectations.
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State probes Independence Mental Health Institute for patient rights review
The Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals conducted a surprise two day probe at Independence Mental Health Institute over patient rights and psychiatric services after an anonymous complaint. The report is due within a week and follows a Gazette story noting staff injuries by patients.
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Independence Mhs
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