Surcharge plan to aid Iowa schools revived faces key hurdle
The plan to shift school funding from property taxes to a higher state sales tax gains new life but requires Gov. Branstad to signal support. Senate leader Murphy says bipartisan effort is needed as proposals include a penny sales tax and elimination of phantom students costing about 90 million yearly.
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Debate on Iowa insurance bill aims to add teeth
In Des Moines the Senate debated a capitalizing liability insurance bill backed by Republicans. It includes local government levy authority for insurance costs, state funds from punitive damages, self insurance for agencies, a Department of Insurance risk division, product liability protections for retailers, revised dram shop rules, and expert witness standards with a further study financed by the state. Senate Republicans seek amendments while House leaders warn on punitive damages.
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Ammonia leak injures workers at Morrell meatplant
More than 25 employees were hurt at the John Morrell meatpacking plant in Sioux City when liquid ammonia leaked from a freezer. Two workers were hospitalized, one in critical condition, as 26 to 30 others treated for inhalation were released. Union president Ron Derochie says grievances and an OSHA complaint will follow. the plant was briefly closed for cleanup and then to reopen after safety checks.
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House speaker questions prospects of home schooling bill
Iowa House Speaker Don Avenson says a Senate passed measure relaxing compulsory education rules for home and Christian schools faces opposition from both sides. He sees little point in passing it unless a compromise emerges, and notes a legislative resolution depends on agreement among advocates.
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