Nuclear plant bill sparks jobs debate in Iowa
The Gazette Des Moines reports Senate File 390 would let MidAmerican Energy bill customers for a proposed 540 megawatt modular reactor plant costing up to two billion dollars. Proponents cite job gains for 12 500 unemployed workers. opponents call SF 390 special interest legislation harming ratepayers while plans proceed.
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NPR funding cut poses threat to public broadcasting
The House voted 228 to 192 to end federal funding for NPR and bar NPR member stations from using federal dollars for programming or dues. Iowa Public Radio CEO Mary Grace Herrington says the measure threatens public broadcasting and could trigger further NPR reductions as the bill moves to the Senate.
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Obama Defends Libya Action Amid NATO Shift
President Obama argued the Libya intervention prevented civilian slaughter and reflected American values. He ruled out targeting Gaddafi, warned against a military push to oust him, and said NATO would assume command midweek without pledges on end date or costs.
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Rebels tighten grip on Gadhafi's hometown in Libya
Rebels press toward Muammar Gadhafi's hometown as the crisis escalates, with U.S. and allied leaders framing intervention as essential to stop mass killings and avert a regional refugee crisis. President Obama stresses responsibility to protect civilians and stabilize the region.
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Schultz tours Cedar Rapids to push flood plan
Iowa Rep. Jason Schultz on his first Cedar Rapids visit sees human impact of the 2008 flood. He tours with Mayor Ron Corbett and others and supports diverting 200 million from future sales tax to fund a 375 million flood protection system for downtown core and industries.
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