Senator Pushes Medicaid Funding Reforms and Budget Cuts
A Iowa Senate report notes proposals to fully fund Title XIX programs while seeking cost cuts in social services. The speaker criticizes unused bed days, advocates generic drugs, and contemplates modest patient charges. Public hearings on Title XIX and property tax were held with broad turnout. A foster care meeting is planned for February 12.
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Ways and Means Committee
Farm Bureau
Iowa Manufacturers’ Association
Labor
Iowa
Presidential Primary System Under Study
Senator Dick Clark outlines debates on national presidential primaries with regional options. Packwood would group states into five regions with primaries on the second Tuesday monthly, eliminating caucuses. Mondale would allow caucuses to continue in some states. Hearings expected to discuss regional effects on campaigns and election analysis.
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Robert Packwood
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Iowa
North Dakota
South Dakota
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Nebraska
Kansas
Missouri
Oklahoma
Arkansas
Texas
Louisiana
Branstad Opposes Public Employee Strike Bill
In a statement from Lake Mills and Des Moines, Branstad denounces a proposed public employee strike ban bill. He warns it could bar injunctions against illegal strikes and remove penalties for violations, risking shutdowns of schools and essential services. He notes educational TV expansion to Fort Dodge and Mason City channels 24, and invites constituent contact about legislative issues.
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Fort Dodge
Mason City
Mark Douglas
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Educational Television
Mawson City
Lake Mills
Iowa State
Des Moines
Economic Issues '76 Agricultural Conference at ISU
A two day conference at Iowa State University February 17 and 18 will tackle current agricultural issues. Sessions cover rising policy controversies and farming business financial challenges. Registration and program details are available at the county extension office.
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Iowa State University
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