Corbett presses I-JOBS funds for Cedar Rapids at Capitol
Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett urged the Iowa Capitol to allocate a portion of the $100 million I-JOBS bonding for Cedar Rapids infrastructure. Senate leaders cautioned against predicting outcomes while rebuilding Iowa after last year’s disaster remains a multi-year effort. The mayor compared the need to New Orleans recovery and urged continued state and federal partnership.
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Capitol Digest: Iowa lawmakers push open meetings and gun controls
Iowa House passed Senate File 2357 restricting firearm possession for those under protective orders or domestic abusers, sending it to the Senate after a 73-25 vote. A revamped House File 777 would create a five member public information board to oversee open meetings and records with a July 2011 target. The film tax credit drew criticism and support as lawmakers debated suspending or revamping the program. The House advanced SF 2286 regulating mixed martial arts events to the Senate, with stricter venue permits and age limits. DHS budget talks narrowed a $30 million gap, hinging on federal aid and early retirements for up to 400 workers. Kirk Ferentz offered a quick vote of thanks in a Senate honoring resolution.
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Culver signs reorganization bill for leaner Iowa government
Iowa Governor Culver signed Senate File 2088 to overhaul state government aiming to save 270 million dollars. The plan reduces the size of government with bipartisan support and combines savings from an executive order and an early retirement package. Republicans praised the result but preferred deeper cuts and additional savings options.
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