Patchett backs school reorganization as reforms loom
Iowa State Rep John Patchett, chair of the House education committee, says reorganization of some districts is overdue and notes over 40 of 449 districts may fail to meet minimum standards. He favors a 500 pupil minimum with no district under 750 after restructuring and plans a fast legislative push with a new subcommittee.
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North Liberty
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Cedar Rapids
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D-Kensett
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Iowa Rep Seeks State CROs for Small Firms Inspired by CIRAS
Iowa House commerce chair Rep Arthur Small proposes a state extension service for small businesses modeled after ISU CIRAS. Targeted issues include inventory control marketing programs and accounting systems. He envisions UI College of Business Administration delivering services economically with student help and a coordinator.
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House Commerce Committee
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Tax Reform Act of 1976: complicated yet fair says Iowa professor
University of Iowa law associate professor Larry Ward argues the 1500-page Tax Reform Act is not inherently bad for length. He notes the child care credit liberalization benefits millions, while most taxpayers see little impact. He emphasizes the act targets high income shelters and aims for equity, despite complexity in capital gains rules.
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University of Iowa
Larry D. Ward
U. of I
Wall Street Journal
Ward
Washington Evening Journal
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