Reynolds vetoes eminent domain and pipeline bill
Gov. Kim Reynolds vetoed House File 639 aimed at restricting eminent domain for hazardous liquid pipelines. House Speaker Pat Grassley urged a special session petition to override the veto as lawmakers consider actions in 3A.
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UI Hospitals Menaced by White House Medicaid Funding Shifts
UI Health Care officials warned that White House actions targeting Medicaid directed payments could imperil plans for a $1.5 billion inpatient tower at University of Iowa Health Care. The project, the largest in state history, faces feasibility questions if federal funding changes persist, with equipment costs expected to push total near $2.2 billion.
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Iowa reports third measles case in Johnson County
Johnson County Public Health says an unvaccinated child contracted measles while abroad and may have exposed Coralville and Iowa City residents. A vaccinated adult in Eastern Iowa was also infected. Exposures include Costco Coralville June 4, Walmart Iowa City June 4, and Marshalls Coralville June 5. Authorities urge reporting exposures and monitoring symptoms.
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North Liberty explores 1 percent local sales tax vote
The North Liberty City Council backs placing a 1 percent local-option sales tax on the November ballot to fund city needs while state law dictates half of revenue goes to property tax relief. Revenue estimates range from 1.7 to 3.9 million annually, with potential changes based on county participation and population factors. Other Johnson County towns have adopted or studied the measure, and Iowa City has signaled initial support to vote in November.
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