Iowa Commission faulted over bias in transport study
A private consulting firm hired for the Iowa Office of Planning and Programming criticized the Iowa Commerce Commission for lack of clear objectives and perceived bias toward carriers. The two-volume report urges regulatory reform, regional franchising for small towns, and a shift to more proactive rate setting and deregulation. It also calls for a new Iowa Department of Transportation and a statewide regional airport plan. The study cost 18500 dollars with federal and state funding.
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Nixon seeks review of federal setup with advisory council
President Nixon has formed a special advisory council on executive organization to conduct a thorough review of the federal structure, aiming to remove duplication and overlap. The piece notes the recurring pattern of changes with each presidency and the burden of time consuming ceremonial duties and private relief bills.
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