Backers of mandatory seat belt use set for hearing
Proponents including IDOT Chairman Robert Rigler press for a public hearing in Des Moines to push a bill requiring seat belts. The Senate Transportation Committee hearing at 7 p.m. in the State Capitol will feature Rigler and others while facing opposition from Sen. Joe Coleman and helmet law critics. The IDOT backs belts and helmets. five states have enacted such laws.
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Heavier Garbage Trucks Draw Fire Over 24,000-Pound Exemption
Iowa IDOT objects to a Senate plan letting garbage trucks carry 24,000 pounds on a single axle versus 20,000. Officials warn heavier loads wear roads faster with likely requests from farmers and other haulers. Commission chair says local roads may suffer more than state routes.
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Illinois funding set to rehab Sabula Savanna bridge
An accord with Illinois will fund 850000 of a 4 million Sabula Savanna Mississippi River bridge rehab. Bids April 23, work May 6, 160 days. Six days a week with 800 daily penalties or bonuses. Final painting may stretch to 1986. Rep. Tabor called the plan vital for Jackson County. Tabor notes toll hikes may follow after completion. Rehabilitation aims for at least 15 years.
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Senate approves clean ICE bill freeing Iowa highway funds
The U S Senate sent a $68 million Interstate Construction Funds bill to President Reagan to release about 7.22 billion in federal highway money, ending a yearlong delay over a pork barrel dispute. Iowa projects include widening and resurfacing Highway 92.
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