Senate OKs anti drunken boating bill in Iowa
The Iowa Senate approved House File 2331 to raise boating intoxication standards to 10 percent BAC and authorize implied consent tests. First offense carries jail, fines, license loss, and rehab. second offense is aggravated misdemeanor. third and subsequent up to A class B or D felony with higher penalties for injuries or deaths. A separate 46-0 vote created a theft detection shielding device offense, banning removal or possession tools with penalties from simple to serious misdemeanors. bill goes to Gov. Vilsack.
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Senators Ok Hunting Fishing Bill on 45 5 Vote
Senators approved a hunting and fishing bill on a 45 to 5 vote. The measure prohibits interference with lawful hunting, fishing or fur harvesting activities and includes exemptions for farming operations, tenants, landowners, employees, and law enforcement. First offense is a simple misdemeanor. subsequent violations are serious misdemeanors.
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Iowa Senate votes for 24 hour abortion waiting period
Iowa senators approve House File 2229 requiring a 24 hour informed consent before abortion with medical emergency exception. The measure demands information on Medicaid coverage, paternal support, fetal development materials, and potential risks with penalties for noncompliance. Gov. Vilsack voiced opposition to waiting periods and government mandates.
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Lawmakers push ethanol at every Iowa pump plan
Iowa lawmakers debate a proposal to require ethanol blended fuel at all stations with an 87 octane equivalent. Proponents say it would boost ethanol sales and keep prices stable, while opponents warn of price spikes and supply disruptions and call it an ethanol mandate wrapped as a compromise.
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