Branstad signs bills changing child custody and public facility rules
Governor Branstad signed Senate File 2425 to speed oral emergency removal notices by peace officers or physicians and limit placement to 24 hours when a responsible adult is unavailable. The action followed a Johnson County foster home incident involving the Walkers. The same day he signed measures on potty parity requiring two toilets in women’s restrooms for new public buildings and on tanning facility regulation with state permits, fees, and health inspections.
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Likelihood fades on charges in Si gourney shooting death
Keokuk County Attorney John Schroeder expects a final decision this week on whether to file charges in the accidental death of 7 year old Joey Baird from Si gourney. Gov Branstad declined to comment on applying Iowa’s new gun safety law to the case. The boy died after a .22 rifle bullet struck him at his parents home.
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Miller tax bill totals $78,445
Des Moines Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Tom Miller and his wife filed 1989 taxes showing a combined adjusted gross income near 244000 and total federal and state taxes of 78445. Miller earned 67444 as attorney general, wife Linda Cottington reported about 172000 as a partner in a Des Moines firm and Cara Communications.
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Branstad warns of item vetoes on budget plans
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad cautioned that despite a near five percent growth projection, the revenue outlook remains fragile with a $45 million overspend from the current year. He said May 8 is the signing deadline for session bills and discussed potential vetoes if projections fail. He also signaled possible litigation strategy with North and South Dakota over Missouri River water releases, favoring an out of court settlement.
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