Congress dithers as student loan rate set to double
With no Senate action before the Monday deadline, subsidized loan rates will rise from 3.4 to 6.8 percent next week. Senators Hagan and Reed push a one year extension vote slated for July 10, backed by 35 Democrats, to delay higher costs and avoid a retroactive hike. others push a permanent market based rate tied to the 10 year note.
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Cedar Rapids attorney eyes open seat in Iowa 1st District
Cedar Rapids attorney Dave O'Brien plans to enter the open 1st District congressional race next month. Former Marion legislator Swati Dandekar is in Washington weighing a bid while other candidates consider entry. The 20 county district spans from Marshalltown to the Mississippi, including Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Cedar Falls and Dubuque.
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Senate version of farm bill pushed by Braley Loebsack
Iowa congressmen Braley and Loebsack introduced the Senate farm bill in the House as Republicans face a rare defeat and a July Fourth recess. Senate leaders favor extending the five-year bill while negotiations focus on nutrition aid cuts and aligning safety net, crop insurance, and conservation programs.
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