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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 2009
Page
8
Iowa Senate approved Senate File 119 49 to 0 allowing courts to extend protective orders to cover family pets amid domestic violence. The measure aims to curb emotional blackmail linked to threats against beloved animals.
The Iowa House unanimously passed a bill requiring cities and counties in flood hazard areas to adopt ordinances qualifying them for the national flood insurance program. The measure allows homeowners and businesses in hazard zones to buy cheaper public flood insurance, with no mandatory purchase and a five year delay for map updates. Rep. Tyler Olson said many affected by last year’s floods lacked coverage, risking higher recovery costs. Rep. Erik Helland provided remarks on the legislation's provisions.
Des Moines Bureau notes many Iowa cities already use an ordinance to access federal programs and protect residents. Helland calls it a long term benefit with minimal local impact. Cedar Rapids Iowa City Waterloo Cedar Falls Mason City Davenport are among affected cities noted by Olson.
Senate leaders back a package to repeal federal deduction on state returns, freeing about 594 million to cut top rate from 8.98 to 6.98 percent and reduce middle class taxes. Proposals include boosting Earned Income Tax Credit and child care credit while aiding elderly Iowans. plan aims to be revenue neutral.
Iowa lawmakers could save up to 120 million over 20 years on a 750 million infrastructure bond by financing with yearly state appropriations instead of gambling proceeds. Treasurer Mike Fitzgerald says an appropriation bond offers a steadier rate, potentially as low as 5 percent, with faster market readiness but requires legislative action and governor approval.
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