Federal agencies delay Dakota Access decision amid tribal land concerns
Federal Army and Interior departments postponed a final ruling on the Dakota Access pipeline section to allow further talks with the Standing Rock Sioux over Lake Oahe protections and spill risk. protesters gathered at the North Dakota Capitol, with a soft lockdown in place and no arrests reported.
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Reynolds denies Branstad talks of quitting early for Trump
Lt Gov Kim Reynolds says no discussions with Gov Terry Branstad about ending his term early to join President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. She expects GOP lawmakers to push goals next level and dodges questions on 2018 governor bid. Branstad leads Iowa trade mission to China and Japan as speculation swirls.
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Reynolds urges Iowa women to run and engage locally
Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds praised Hillary Clinton as the first major party female nominee and urged Iowa women to seek office and volunteer in local government and non profits. She urged civility after election protests and outlined a 2017 agenda focused on jobs, smaller government, and education amid budget questions.
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Corbett pushes higher Iowa minimum wage to curb local rises
Davenport Iowa Mayor Ron Corbett a potential 2018 governor candidate argues lawmakers should boost the state wage floor to 8.60 to 9.10 per hour to curb local increases. He notes rising county rates and cites Polk Linn Johnson and Wapello counties moving up their wages with several counties already at higher levels. Local leaders push for higher state wage while Gov Branstad weighs options.
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