Iowa Senate passes 20 week abortion ban with penalties
The Iowa Senate approved Senate File 471 on a 32 to 17 vote still barring doctors from performing abortions after 20 weeks post fertilization with potential felonies and up to 10 years in prison. The measure includes narrow life and health exceptions and drew GOP support plus one independent with Democrats split.
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Bill to cap Iowa tax credits faces debate
Iowa House Appropriations Chair Pat Grassley proposes Study Bill 187 to cap contingent tax credits at 400 million in the 2025 fiscal year then reduce by 10 million annually to 370 million. He argues certainty aids planning while opponents warn of hurting business attraction and argue for broader income tax reform.
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Stand-Your-Ground Gun Bill Advances in Iowa Senate
Iowa lawmakers urge passage of House File 517, expanding gun rights with stand-your-ground aims. Opponents warn the bill increases violence, cites equal protection concerns, online training for new carries, and removal of age limits for minors under supervision.
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