Senate unveils Obamacare repeal plan in Senate draft
The Senate Republican plan would roll back the Affordable Care Act, cutting hundreds of billions in taxes over ten years and slashing federal Medicaid funding. It mirrors the House bill’s framework while preserving premium subsidies for some low income buyers, drawing criticism of broader uninsured rates and market instability.
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Iowa Senators Split On ACA Replacement Bill
Senators Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley have not yet backed or opposed the Senate health care plan aimed at repealing and replacing Obamacare. Iowa providers urge a no vote citing Medicaid cuts and per capita caps, while the senators cite a faltering individual market and expect a vote next week as the CBO weighs in.
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Mount Vernon Native Zinkula Installed as Davenport Bishop
Mount Vernon native Thomas Zinkula was installed as the ninth bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Davenport in a Bettendorf ceremony. About 1,000 attendees watched as he received the episcopal ring and miter, marking his commitment to God and the diocese. A crosier was also placed in his hands to conclude the rite.
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New bishop Zinkula arrives as bishop of 22 counties
Arch bishop Michael Jackels guides new bishop Zinkula to the cathedra in a ceremony marked by humor and a pledge to learn the role. Zinkula, who began career as an actuary and lawyer, accepts leadership for 22 counties as the congregation rises in applause.
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UI gets 4.9 million for faculty pay raises at Iowa
University of Iowa will allocate 4.9 million toward faculty salary increases across 10 of 11 colleges, with the largest share going to Henry III Tippie College of Business and Pharmacy. Education unchanged. President Bruce Harreld aims for salaries to reach 95 percent of the peer median to curb attrition amid higher pay at peers.
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