Senate advances education reform with $400 per student rise
The Senate education reform package would add 400 per pupil and 4 percent allowable growth for two years, with starting teachers paid at least 35 000. Republicans balked at costs and questioned measures including career ladders and layoff considerations. The bill moves to the floor as House counterparts await action.
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Iowa party leaders urge focus as first self imposed deadline nears
House Speaker Kraig Paulsen and Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal framed a productive session as they hit the legislature's first self imposed deadline. They highlighted education reform property tax relief and efforts to grow Iowa's economy and middle class while acknowledging gaps and aiming for quicker conference committee action to advance major priorities.
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Iowa
Kraig Paulsen
Hiawatha
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General Assembly
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Gronstal
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