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Wage bill heightens dispute over local wage rules in Iowa counties
Speakers clash over HF 295 aimed at uniform statewide minimums, as Johnson Linn and Wapello counties already raise above state level. Critics label the measure anti local control, while supporters cite statewide consistency and anti poverty. The proposal would curb bans on plastic bags and housing discrimination based on voucher status, sparking wide organizational opposition and support.
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Johnson, Linn
Polk
Wapello
Johnson
Des Moines
Iowa
Citizens For Community Improvement
John Noble
Mike Helms
Jethro
Ames
Iowa City
Jessica Dunker
Iowa Restaurant Association
Terry Branstad
Johnson County
Linn County
Wapello County
Polk County
John Landon
R-Ankeny
Lucas Beenken
Iowa Association of Counties
Iowa Association of Business and Industry
Iowa Landlord Association
Iowa League of Cities
Iowa State Association of Counties
Afscme
Iowa Council 61
Marion
Michael Triplett
Greater