Iowa economy slows earlier than expected says forecasters
The Gazette Des Moines reports Iowa's economy continues to grow but at a slower pace, with real personal income projected to rise 3.4 percent in 1995. Farm income drops from 1994’s $2.22 billion to an estimated $1.47 billion. exports remain strong, factory exports up 29 percent in early 1995, aiming to top $4 billion annually. State tax collections may reach about 6.5 percent above last year, while the Revenue Estimating Conference projects 3.2 percent growth for fiscal 1996.
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Iowa
Harvey Siegelman
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Des Moines voter defeat sparks call for openness from Candace Gingrich
Candace Gingrich urged public officials to come out after Des Moines voters rejected Jonathan Wilson for the school board. She said Wilson did nothing wrong and aiming to empower allies, while noting her 50 city tour for the Human Rights Campaign Fund.
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Jonathan Wilson
Candace Gingrich
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Wilson
Newt Gingrich
Human Rights Campaign Fund
IDOT weighs funding options for Iowa highway system
Iowa transportation officials expect to decide in 6 to 12 months on alternative funding to cover federal cuts. Options include tolls, higher gas taxes, road closures, and shifting upkeep to counties as IDOT drafts a long range plan with state leaders.
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Ames
Iowa Transportation Commission
Catherine Dunn
Dubuque
Iowa Department of Transportation
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IDOT
Commission
GOP plans one time use of excess gambling funds in Iowa
Iowa House Republicans propose capping parimutuel gambling revenues to the current general fund level and directing any surplus to one time building needs. They cite 1996 revenue projections of 61 million from floating casinos and parimutuel tracks. Possible uses include parks and trails and recreational infrastructure.
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Rod Boshart
Des Moines
State Revenue Estimating Conference
Ron Corbett
Cedar Rapids
Corbett
Brent Siegrist
Council Bluffs
Council Bluffs gaming boats to open in January
The State Racing and Gaming Commission ruled two gambling boats in Council Bluffs cannot open before January 1. Harveys Casino Resorts and Ameristar Casinos had aimed for early 1996, but faster construction delayed the start. The plan shifted to a mid-December opening, which the commission rejected.
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State Racing and Gaming Commission
Council Bluffs
Gary Armentrout
Harveys Casino Resorts
Harveys
Ameristar Casinos
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