County gun bill could invite lawsuits over bans
County supervisors warn House File 517 could trigger lawsuits against local gun bans at Linn County facilities. The measure allows gun use broadly and lets owners sue governments if bans “adversely affect” them. Officials weigh whether to ease restrictions or defend bans amid looming litigation.
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Courthouse Adds Public Entrance With Screening Tools
Johnson County Iowa City expands the courthouse entrance with an X-ray machine and a metal detector to screen visitors. The new security checkpoint aims to improve safety and regulate access to public areas of the Johnson County Courthouse.
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Child welfare chief defends agency in hearing with lawmakers
In a legislative hearing the head of the child welfare agency defended its operations before lawmakers. In related action, a bill targeting asbestos litigation passed the Senate and moved toward the governor for approval.
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Health care repeal would leave 24 million uninsured by 2026
A Congressional Budget Office estimate projects 14 million uninsured in the first year and 24 million by 2026 if the GOP plan to repeal Obamacare becomes law. The forecast complicates House Speaker Paul Ryan's effort, drawing opposition from hospitals, doctors, seniors, and patient groups.
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Iowa U.S. Attorney Techau resigns amid turnover
Cedar Rapids native Kevin Techau, director of federal prosecutions in a district covering 52 Iowa counties, resigned amid a nationwide purge of Obama appointees. The Northern and Southern Iowa federal prosecutor posts will be temporarily filled as officials search for presidential appointees. Techau, 58, leaves after three years in the role.
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Voter ID bill could raise Linn County property taxes
Linn County residents may face higher property taxes next year if House File 516 becomes law. Auditor Joel Miller told the board the bill would require e pollbooks with bar scanners, forcing the county to buy more than 300000 in new equipment and about 70000 annually to maintain it.
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