Category Archives: Iowa legislature 2015

Iowa Superintendents Reject Branstad Education Budget

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Trish Nelson

 

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Iowa House Democrats Rank High In Gender Equity

Posted on January 19, 2015 by bfiatracykurowski

Gender Disparity in State Houses There is still much work to be done if women are to achieve overall gender equity in representative democracy leadership. House Minority Leader Mark Smith put out an e-newsletter that announced a remarkable statistic. For … Continue reading →

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What If The Governor Gave A Speech And Nobody Cared?

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Trish Nelson

“Vice President Joe Biden often says ‘Don’t tell me what you value, show me your budget, and I’ll tell you what you value.’ The Governor’s budget is a perfect example of Iowa values not being reflected in a state budget,” … Continue reading →

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Iowa Legislative Session 2015: Democrats Advocate For Kids, Environment, Rural Broadband

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Trish Nelson

According to WHO-TV there are several pre-filed bills already waiting  including a bill that would ban phone calls while driving: “The Department of Public Safety is suggesting legislation to update the texting ban. It would make it illegal for you … Continue reading →

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Bolkcom Predicts Challenging Legislative Session

Posted on January 9, 2015 by Trish Nelson

And now a word from State Senator from Iowa City, Joe Bolkcom. Happy New Year! The 2015 Legislative session kicks off on Monday! I am looking forward to getting back to work at the Statehouse. It is always good to … Continue reading →

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Regents’ Proposed Revenue Model A Lose-Lose For Iowa Universities

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Trish Nelson

For deep background, first click here and go read the historic Powell Memo (also known as the Powell Manifesto), which “essentially marks the beginning of the business community’s multi-decade collective takeover of the most important institutions of public opinion and … Continue reading →

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