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Government-politics

Iowa Senate rejects expanded citizenship check for state workers

Iowa Senate rejects expanded citizenship check for state workers

  • Erin Murphy Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

A proposal to require state agencies to verify the citizenship of all employees will for now remain only that after the Iowa Senate rejected the House’s expansion to private employers.

Legislative ethics panel takes no action on complaint against Quad-Cities lawmaker

Legislative ethics panel takes no action on complaint against Quad-Cities lawmaker

  • LEE-GAZETTE DES MOINES BUREAU

Quad-Cities area lawyer filed an ethics complaint against state Sen. Scott Webster, R-Bettendorf.

Iowa House passes English proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers

Iowa House passes English proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers

  • LEE-GAZETTE DES MOINES BUREAU

Bill requires truck drivers to pass an English language proficiency test to receive or renew a commercial driver’s license or permit. 

Iowa House passes bill establishing Rural Health Transformation Fund

Iowa House passes bill establishing Rural Health Transformation Fund

  • LEE-GAZETTE DES MOINES BUREAU

Iowa House passes bill establishing Rural Health Transformation Fund 

US Rep. Ashley Hinson discusses E15, fertilizer transparency and hospital closure

US Rep. Ashley Hinson discusses E15, fertilizer transparency and hospital closure

  • Tom Barton Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Hinson backs E-15 expansion and fertilizer price transparency to ease costs as gas prices surge, while also addressing rural care and contraception access.

Gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra says reduced spending may be required

Gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra says reduced spending may be required

  • Erin Murphy Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Iowa Republican candidate for governor Randy Feenstra said the state may need to reduce spending rather than rely on reserve funds if revenues continue to lag from tax cuts.

Josh Turek lands Tammy Duckworth endorsement in U.S. Senate Democratic primary

Josh Turek lands Tammy Duckworth endorsement in U.S. Senate Democratic primary

  • Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Josh Turek secured U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth’s endorsement, adding to national Democratic backing in a closely watched Iowa U.S. Senate primary race.

Martin O’Malley endorses ZacH Wahls, backs Social Security plan

Martin O’Malley endorses ZacH Wahls, backs Social Security plan

    Former governor of Maryland and former Social Security commissioner has endorsed state Sen. Zach Wahls in Iowa’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.

    Elections forecaster shifts Iowa governor’s race in Democrats’ direction

    Elections forecaster shifts Iowa governor’s race in Democrats’ direction

      Inside Elections has moved the contest from “Likely Republican” to “Lean Republican.”

      Grinnell mayor backs Clint Twedt-Ball in U.S. House Democratic primary

      Grinnell mayor backs Clint Twedt-Ball in U.S. House Democratic primary

        Twedt-Ball has picked up an endorsement from Grinnell Mayor Sam Cox in the crowded Democratic primary for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District.

        Feenstra announces 2nd big ad buy in Iowa governor campaign

        Feenstra announces 2nd big ad buy in Iowa governor campaign

          Iowa Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra announced his campaign’s second seven-figure ad buy, this one focusing on immigration policy and his work with President Trump.

          National elections forecaster now rates Iowa a toss-up

          National elections forecaster now rates Iowa a toss-up

            A new projection from a national elections forecaster is the first to consider Iowa’s open-seat gubernatorial campaign a toss-up.

            Conservative advocacy group backs state Rep. Carter Nordman for reelection

            Conservative advocacy group backs state Rep. Carter Nordman for reelection

              The Iowa chapter of the national conservative political organization Americans for Prosperity is supporting Iowa Rep. Carter Nordman, R-Dallas Center, in his reelection campaign.

              Iowa lawmakers artificial intelligence regulation while encouraging innovation

              Iowa lawmakers artificial intelligence regulation while encouraging innovation

                Iowa state lawmakers are considering numerous proposals this session to either regulate or expand artificial intelligence in the state. 

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for April 1

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for April 1

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                Community 1st Credit Union recognized by USA Today

                Community 1st Credit Union recognized by USA Today

                Community 1st Credit Union has been recognized by USA Today

                State & Regional

                Iowa Senate rejects expanded citizenship check for state workers

                Iowa Senate rejects expanded citizenship check for state workers

                A proposal to require state agencies to verify the citizenship of all employees will for now remain only that after the Iowa Senate rejected the House’s expansion to private employers.

                Legislative ethics panel takes no action on complaint against Quad-Cities lawmaker

                Legislative ethics panel takes no action on complaint against Quad-Cities lawmaker

                Quad-Cities area lawyer filed an ethics complaint against state Sen. Scott Webster, R-Bettendorf.

                Iowa House passes English proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers

                Iowa House passes English proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers

                Bill requires truck drivers to pass an English language proficiency test to receive or renew a commercial driver’s license or permit. 

                Iowa House passes bill establishing Rural Health Transformation Fund

                Iowa House passes bill establishing Rural Health Transformation Fund

                Iowa House passes bill establishing Rural Health Transformation Fund 

                Nation & World

                Artemis II's moon-bound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

                Artemis II's moon-bound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

                The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon.

                US small businesses say Iran war taking a toll with shipping complications and higher costs

                US small businesses say Iran war taking a toll with shipping complications and higher costs

                The Iran war is making life more difficult for small business owners across the country. 

                Company backed by Trump sons looks to sell drone interceptors to Gulf states

                Company backed by Trump sons looks to sell drone interceptors to Gulf states

                A drone maker backed by President Donald Trump's oldest sons is trying to sell to Gulf countries while they are under attack by Iran and dependent on the U.S. military.

                Dizzying US fuel prices are determined by factors largely outside of a gas station's control

                Dizzying US fuel prices are determined by factors largely outside of a gas station's control

                The near-daily changes in U.S. gas prices are dizzying for drivers, who are left feeling frustrated and cash-strapped by the highest fuel costs since 2022.

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                Rebecca Petig appointed as judge in Iowa's 6th Judicial District

                Rebecca Petig appointed as judge in Iowa's 6th Judicial District

                Iowa firefighters focus on cancer prevention after bill passes

                Iowa firefighters focus on cancer prevention after bill passes

                Josh Turek lands Tammy Duckworth endorsement in U.S. Senate Democratic primary

                Josh Turek lands Tammy Duckworth endorsement in U.S. Senate Democratic primary

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