Iowa environmental agency split over direction and enforcement
A Des Moines AP report says Iowa Environmental Protection Division faces internal divisions, poor communications, and a punitive image. The study notes unhappy staff, reactive handling of hog lot spills, and calls for a flexible approach to help compliance.
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Ex-senator's son enters race for Iowa secretary of state
Chet Culver plans to seek the Democratic nomination for secretary of state in Iowa. He is 31, teaches government at Hoover High School, and has worked as a field representative for Dukakis in 1988 and Bonnie Campbell in 1990. He aims to boost voter participation and run a summer campaign.
Branstad Pushes Repeal of Internet Tax in Iowa
Governor Terry Branstad vows to pressure lawmakers to repeal a four million dollar tax on Internet subscribers. He argues Internet access should be exempt from the state's five percent sales tax, noting a $30 monthly bill would rise by $1.50 under current rules.
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