Welfare to work consequences in Iowa study findings
A new Iowa welfare to work study shows training participation and employment services rising by up to 7 percent with short term earnings gains. Welfare recipients at reform start saw a 10 percent rise in household income and lower food stamp use, while post reform entrants faced about $200 monthly income loss and greater subsidy dependence. Women entering after reforms were 8 percent less likely to marry.
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Welfare to work reforms show modest gains in Iowa study
Welfare expert Bin gaman notes stress in households from the shift to work. A 1993 Iowa reform moved families to work or take action. Mathematica's study of 17 000 recipients found employment and earnings rose while total household income edged up. Women on welfare were less likely to marry, indicating self sufficiency.
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Bingaman
Iowa
Mathematica
Rainfall readings and gauges from Iowa weather service
The National Weather Service Davenport office logged 6.17 inches at Fulton across the Mississippi from Clinton, with radar suggesting heavier totals in unreported Manchester. Officials note gauges across Iowa vary in accuracy and private setups offer cheaper readings while suggesting proper placement and shielding.
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Rate equalization fuels ire over Alliant electric pricing
In Keokuk and Cedar Rapids communities Alliant rate hearings spotlight demands for rate equalization. Local business leaders argue disparate bills harm competitiveness while the utility pursues a 1 billion plus upgrade program and a phased plan.
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Freeman’s Foods
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