Retention vote for Iowa judges
Iowa voters can find information about the professional qualifications and background of every judge on the November 4th retention ballot at the Iowa Judicial Branch site, www.iowacourts.gov. The 2014...
View ArticleWe want veterans to make Iowa their home
In 2007, the Iowa Senate established a Veterans Affairs Committee, which has since approved wide-ranging initiatives to help veterans, service members and their families. In 2010, Iowa became the first...
View ArticleGood housing for veterans
One of the best ways we can welcome veterans to our state is by ensuring they can afford a home that meets their families’ needs. Between 2009 and 2013, Iowa’s Military Home Ownership Assistance...
View ArticleEducation & job skills for our veterans
Iowa has taken big steps to help veterans transition to civilian life with education and training that can move them quickly into the workforce. These efforts are opportunities to honor those who...
View ArticleHow to get a “veteran” designation on your driver’s license
Veterans can get their “veteran” designation on their driver’s license or state identification card. The veteran designation is a voluntary initiative that many veterans may helpful. Thousands of...
View ArticleTravel safely this Thanksgiving
AAA projects that more than 46 million people will travel to celebrate Thanksgiving this week. That means our roads will be full of holiday drivers. You’ll notice more law enforcement officers on Iowa...
View ArticleGiving back this holiday season
This week, we kick off the holiday season with Thanksgiving. As Iowans, we have a lot to be thankful for, including working together to achieve great things for our state. During the holidays, here are...
View ArticleExpanding economy, growing middle class are focus for 2015
Senate Democrats are preparing for the 2015 legislative session, which runs January 12 through early May. After the 2014 election, Iowa will continue to have a divided state government. The...
View ArticleNew year to focus on job creation, fiscal responsibility
As 2014 ends, we’re capping off the year with promising news on the economy. That means we can continue to make both fiscal responsibility and job creation top priorities in 2015. The latest review of...
View ArticleCollege students can help businesses reduce pollution
College students are invited to apply for the 2015 Pollution Prevention Intern Program. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources provides funding for the summer internships and matches volunteer host...
View ArticleOperation AmeriCorps grants tackle community concerns
Through January 13, applications are being accepted for Operation AmeriCorps program grants. Operation AmeriCorps is a new program to address a community’s most pressing local problem. Through...
View ArticleAwards for Excellence in History seeks nominations
The State Historical Society of Iowa is seeking nominations for its Awards for Excellence in History programs, which recognize individuals, organizations and communities that made outstanding...
View ArticleSign up for health insurance through Feb. 15
If you’re looking for health insurance, you can enroll through the Healthcare Marketplace until February 15. Sign up online at www.healthcare.gov, through the call center at 1-800-318-2596 or in...
View ArticleGrants provide legal assistance to low-income Iowans
Through March 5, applications are being accepted for grants from the Interest on Lawyer Trust Account. The grants are awarded to public purpose projects that provide legal services to low-income people...
View ArticleRules & Administration – week of Jan. 26, 2015
SR 1 – Senate Rules SR 3 – Ellsworth Community College 125th Anniversary SCR 1 – Compensation Resolution COMMITTEE ACTION: Senate Resolution 1 updates the General Assembly to Eight-sixth. It also...
View ArticleTransportation – week of Jan. 26, 2015
SF 75 – Authorizes DOT to study the safety of blue and white lights on snowplows COMMITTEE ACTION: SF 75 is a Department of Transportation (DOT) bill. The bill allows the use of blue and white lights...
View ArticleWays & Means – week of Jan. 26, 2015
SSB 1059 – Internal Revenue Code update (coupling bill) COMMITTEE ACTION: SSB 1059 updates the Iowa Internal Revenue Code to “couple” with federal tax law changes that were included in the federal...
View ArticleWhat do our local schools need?
Iowa’s future depends on high-quality local schools. That’s why we’re working hard to ensure that every Iowa child gets the best education possible and that they are prepared to compete for the jobs of...
View ArticleStrengthen our middle class by ensuring Iowans get paid for their work
All Iowans deserve to get paid for the work they do. Strengthening Iowa’s middle class depends on it. Sadly, $600 million in wages are stolen from Iowa workers each year. Iowa’s wage theft laws are so...
View ArticleHelping Iowa kids become successful adults
Promoting the long-term health and wellbeing of Iowa’s children is essential to our state’s future. Kids lead more productive, happy lives if they receive mental health and developmental services when...
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