Iowa elections chief defends emergency voter rules
Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz told the Administrative Rules Review Committee he is acting to ensure only citizens vote. He cited DOT and federal immigration data, seeking access to a federal database, while critics warn the rules could intimidate Hispanic voters ahead of November elections. A court challenge by civil rights groups lingers as Judge Mary Pat Gunderson weighs the case.
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Polk County District Court
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Des Moines
Iowa DHS seeks 11 percent budget rise for 2014
State human services officials propose a 187 million dollar increase for fiscal 2014 to cover Medicaid costs, federal matching losses, and underfunding. The plan aims to maintain staff and bed levels while shifting mental health services to a regional system, with two year totals near 5.2 billion in 2014 and 5.35 billion in 2015.
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Charles Palmer
State Department of Human Services
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Iowa Council On Human Services
Terry Branstad
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Tips on Conversation Skill and Social Growth
A reader asks about shyness and improving conversation. Dear Abby advises staying informed and focusing on others' interests, plus offers her How to Be Popular booklet for $7, with ordering details. The column also addresses a teen dating concern and household chores etiquette in brief letters.
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Madagascar 3 and The Amazing Spider Man Showtimes Listed
Timed showings include Madagascar 3 and The Amazing Spider Man with multiple daily starts at 5:05 7:05 9:15 and 1:10 6:40 9:30. 3D screening noted for select times with standard formats.
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Iowa to Save 22.4 Million in Health Insurance Costs
Iowa plans a calendar year 2013 health insurance saving of about 22.4 million due to lower premiums and fewer state employees covered. The Executive Council approved rates with Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa after a competitive bid. total state cost drops from 329.77 million in 2012 to 307.36 million in 2013.
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Des Moines Bureau
Des Moines
of Iowa
Iowa Executive Council
Wellmark Blue Cross
Blue Shield of
Iowa
Wellmark
Terry Branstad
Holland
Branstad
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