House panel approves ban on TouchPlay machines
A House committee backed a bill to ban TouchPlay machines, giving owners 30 days to shut down thousands nationwide. Debate split with Rep. Wes Whitead opposing. supporters cite protecting families and concerns about gaming expansion. The move follows Vilsack’s moratorium and task force recommendations amid potential $200 million state liability and $40 million annual profits at stake.
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Republicans file ethics complaint against Vilsack
The Iowa Republican Party filed an ethics complaint accusing Gov. Tom Vilsack of violating campaign finance laws by routing 50 000 between his campaigns. The party says two 25 000 transfers from Vilsack’s campaign to Heartland PAC show improper use of funds. Aides say the moves were cleared in advance and the ethics board previously reviewed them with no problems.
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Capitol Digest: Teachers Salaries and Protections Move Forward
Eastern Iowans note action on teacher pay with up to 29 000 salaries and a 3 million standing appropriation to fund a 1000 math and science salary supplement advancing to the House Education Committee. The House State Government Committee approved House File 2380 a state whistleblower protection bill to shield state employees who inform lawmakers. House Study Bill 739 seeks gradual increases for starting teacher pay.
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Greiner condemns TouchPlay machines in Iowa stores
Rep. Sandy Greiner of Keota says constituents oppose TouchPlay machines in grocery and convenience stores. She asserts residents resent bringing children into stores with the gaming terminals and urges removal.
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