Iowa House approves election bill amid voting- rights debate
The Iowa House passed a measure 54 to 44 on party lines to establish uniform voting standards under the Helping Americans Vote Act. Democrats call it the Katherine Harris Memorial Voter Suppression Act, arguing it could curb absentee voting and tighten access, while Gov. Tom Vilsack declines to commit to a veto or support. The bill would add funding for electronic voting and shift oversight to a new non partisan board. it also restricts third party handling of absentee ballots.
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Race tracks split on settlement in Iowa tax dispute
One of three state race track casinos breaks ranks and backs a settlement at a 30 percent tax level with legislators and Gov. Vilsack, while Dubuque and Altoona tracks resist. Environmental programs could run out of money if no resolution is reached as the state appeals to the Supreme Court. Senate leaders demand retroactive 30 20 terms for all tracks or continue court action.
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Rally backs small Western Iowa schools on Capitol steps
Chad Winterhof led about 300 supporters in Des Moines arguing for local control and funding tools for small districts like Walnut Community High School and Lineville Clio. Gov Vilsack urged planning tools to deal with funding changes while advocates push against consolidation and rising costs.
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