University of Iowa 'school of intellectual freedom' among bevy of GOP bills battling 'woke'
A new "school of intellectual freedom" at the University of Iowa was among the sprawling higher ed priorities Iowa lawmakers advanced Tuesday.
IA House Speaker Pat Grassley calls Trump's inauguration speech "breath of fresh air"
Many of Iowa's top elected leaders are out in Washington D.C. to attend President Donald Trump's Inauguration.Speaker of the House Pat Grassley was there along
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Iowa House GOP leaders are not concerned about Reynolds' proposal to use reserves for the budget
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has asked lawmakers to use about $700 million of state savings to cover the gap between her proposed budget and the amount of revenue the state is expecting in the coming fiscal year.
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House Speaker says no vote scheduled, yet, on Iowa casino moratorium
House Speaker Pat Grassley says he’d like to ensure a new moratorium on casinos would have enough votes to pass the Senate and be signed into law by the governor before the House takes a vote on the proposal.
Lawmakers file bill to create School of Intellectual Freedom at the University of Iowa
Iowa legislators introduce bill to establish School of Intellectual Freedom at UI, focusing on free inquiry and civic engagement
Top Iowa leaders in Washington D.C. for Donald Trump's inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in Monday as the 47th President of the United States.Members of Congress, former presidents, tech CEO's and many Iow
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Iowa Gov. Reynolds proposes restrictions for cellphone use in classrooms
Under the proposed legislation — the full language of which has not been released — all Iowa school districts would be required to adopt by July 1, 2025, minimum standards for restrictions on personal electronic devices.
Iowa lawmakers propose gaming moratorium to thwart new casino in Cedar Rapids
Iowa lawmakers are looking to fast-track a bill halting new gaming licenses, potentially blocking Linn County's third try for a casino.
Kim Reynolds wants a big unemployment tax cut for businesses. Here's how Iowa stacks up:
Iowa ranks ninth in the country for its unemployment trust fund balance and 12th for its taxable wage base for unemployment insurance.
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Iowa Gov. Reynolds moves forward with proposed classroom cell phone restrictions
DES MOINES — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds released her proposal to state lawmakers Friday to ban cell phone use in classrooms. Lawmakers have passed "Karina’s Bill," which outlines circumstances in which law enforcement must temporarily remove guns from a person who ha…
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Iowa Republican lawmakers eye “comprehensive review” of state higher education system
DES MOINES — Iowa Republican lawmakers are eyeing a “comprehensive review” of the state’s higher education system, including the state’s three regent-controlled universities.  A newly formed Iowa House Higher Education Committee,
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What they’re thinking: Iowa’s first openly trans lawmaker speaks out
Iowa's first openly transgender state lawmaker discussed with The Gazette the significance of her historic role and the challenges faced by transgender individuals.