Surprise Move on Anti-Abortion Amendment in Iowa House
In Des Moines the Iowa House surprised lawmakers by stipulating that if Congress holds a constitutional convention for any reason the anti abortion amendment must be considered and adopted. The bill ties unborn protection to the balanced budget push, signaling potential action by the new Legislature.
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Floor fight on trucks averted but hefty calendar looms
Des Moines reports Rep. Sonja Egenes shifted the truck weight bill to Ways and Means to avoid a long floor fight. The move delays debate on increasing limits to 80,000 pounds and stretches calendars as both chambers rush to finish non Ways and Means measures.
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