A new twist was added to the bicycle issues before the Iowa Legislature. (Senator Dotzlerbill.dotzler@legis.state.ia.us), Senator Danielson (jeff.danielson@legis.state.ia.us), and Senator Putney (john.putney@legis.state.ia.us) filed Senate File 2245:

The fund is also appropriated and shall be used for grants to counties for repairs to secondary roads prior to a statewide touring event.  For purposes this subsection, “statewide touring event” means a major group bicycle ride across Iowa, a group tractor ride, an antique car tour, or a similar event that involves more than one area of the state, attracts wide participation, and is likely to contribute significantly to the economic well being of the state or areas of the state.