Lobbyists target Linn County lease purchase in health building case
Iowa lobbyists criticized Linn County for inviting seven contractors to propose on a 31.5 million public health and youth services building, arguing the lease purchase method blocked fair bidding and favored insiders. House Study Bill 568 would require competitive bids over 100000, with critics calling the current process imperfect and potentially undemocratic.
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Reynolds eyes calmer Iowa budget path in Senate plan
Governor Reynolds aims to steer through potential $52 million midyear cuts while avoiding disruption to state agencies and services as Republicans and Democrats negotiate to erase a $37 million shortfall. Senate plan cuts education, courts and corrections but preserves K 12 Medicaid and safety. House GOP signals possible adjustments, seeking consensus with Reynolds to limit disruption before June 30.
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