Congress races toward adjournment under tight budget agenda
The House has approved 13 appropriations bills funding the government for the new fiscal year starting Oct 1, with the Senate to act on seven. Sen. Tom Harkin plans a bill on the floor late this month, facing potential veto due to abortion amendments, while GOP platform limits abortion funding.
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Union Leader Ketchum's Iowa Career and Washington Roles
Ketchum, longtime Local 110 figure, became education director after a vice presidency. He helped found the Cedar Rapids Labor Assembly and later led Iowa AFL-CIO efforts, working with George Meany and guiding labor in mergers. He continues public service on Linn County boards and remains active in unions despite heart surgery.
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Union Picnic in Cedar Rapids Today At IBEW Local 405 Grounds
The annual Labor Day picnic runs from noon to 6 p.m. on the IBEW Local 405 grounds at 1211 Wiley Blvd SW. Free food and refreshments for union members and families. Hawkeye Labor Council executive director Bob Carson says comics displays, entertainment, and games from Cedar Rapids area unions are planned.
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