Posts Tagged ‘Public Safety’
Extreme Republican Agenda Dead
Iowa Republicans are trying to pass the most extreme agenda in Iowa history. Fortunately, many pieces of their extreme agenda are dead and here are the highlights: Republicans on Education: Abolishing the Iowa Department of Education (SF 336) Exempting home school students from all compulsory education and competent private instruction [...]
Democrats Urge Quick Action on National Guard Tuition Help
House Democrats today encouraged Republicans to take quick action on two bills to prevent tuition hikes on national guard members and improve safety at Iowa’s correctional institutions. “House Democrats are ready to take swift action this week and stop the tuition hike on national guard members. We are ready to work with Republicans and [...]
New Laws Go Into Effect on July 1
A number of new laws will go into effect on July 1, the start of the state’s fiscal year. Several changes were made during the 2010 legislative session that will affect Iowans, including new seat belt requirements for kids in the back seat, a ban on text messaging while driving, and new protections for victims of domestic abuse. Some of the [...]
New Laws Start Wednesday
Several new laws will hit the books on July 1, the start of the state's fiscal year. Several changes were made during the 2009 legislative session that will impact Iowans, including new restrictions on sex offenders, foreclosure protection, and better health care. Here are a few of the highlights: Foreclosure Protection - Iowans will [...]
Adam Walsh Child Protection & Safety Act Public Hearing
The Iowa House will hold a public hearing on a bi-partisan plan to make Iowa's sex offender laws both stronger and smarter. The public hearing will be held on Monday, April 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the House Chambers. To sign up to speak, call the Legislative Information Office at 515-281-5129. Read a summary of the bi-partisan [...]