Miller-Meeks leads on drug innovation in EPIC Act push
Guest columnist Jessica Hyland lauds Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks for backing the EPIC Act to fix a pill penalty under the Inflation Reduction Act. The measure would equalize price-control timelines for small molecule pills and biologics, sustaining home access and continued investment in new therapies.
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Iowan calls to oppose ITC ROFA transmission monopoly
A lifelong Iowan and Alliant Energy customer urges lawmakers to reject Right of First Refusal for ITC Midwest. He cites ITC’s high transmission fees in MISO, argues competition lowers costs, and credits State Rep Judd Lawler for opposing ROFA. He asks lawmakers to require bids and prove value.
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Medicaid keeps Iowa health care strong for all residents
Guest columnist Bob Ritz argues Medicaid funds essential care for nearly 700000 Iowans, including 300000 children, with federal state support. He warns cuts would hit rural clinics, maternity and behavioral health, raising ER use and costs, urging prudent reform while preserving coverage. MercyOne's Ritz backs protecting Medicaid for every Iowa community.
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Pope Leo XIV Seeks to Carry Francis Green Legacy
Mark Gongloff reports that Vatican elects American Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV to advance climate action. The new pontiff faces pressure to translate talk into deeds, continuing Francis火s Sur la Laudato Si era with solar panels, an all electric popemobile, and plans for agrivoltaics.
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