Iowa Republicans warn of future shortfalls in revenue outlook
A GOP chaired panel in the Iowa legislature warns that despite tax cuts and a growing economy the state faces potential shortfalls. Acton notes slowing economy, inflation pressures, and tariffs affecting agriculture and manufacturing while Paulsen cites the Taxpayer Relief Fund to cover gaps. Republicans tout reserves and a near 4 billion fund balance while Democrats push for cost-cutting and restraint on one-time funds.
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Taxpayer Relief Fund
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Waterloo
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Petersen
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Iowa Capitol
Des Moines
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Federal judge orders quick reinstatement report on mass firings
U.S. District Judge Alsup ordered departments including Veterans Affairs Agriculture Defense Energy Interior and Treasury to immediately reinstate workers fired on February 13 and 14 and to report within seven days listing probationary employees and how each case complied with the order. The ruling follows a coalition of unions challenging mass terminations amid a Republican push to shrink the federal workforce.
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Iowa universities trim DEI offices amid state and federal pressure
Following presidential orders to halt DEI work and threaten funding, Iowa lawmakers pressed regents to address non compliance. The UI rebranded its DEI division, closed offices, and cut 11 positions while ISU and UNI shut their DEI offices, reallocating funds. The university will reassign units and maintain access to counseling and student services as it moves to University College.
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