Week 11 has officially wrapped up at the Capitol, leaving only five weeks left on official calendar for session. As we continue to debate legislation in the coming weeks, our goal will be to pass the final budget for the year, allowing us to go home on time. If we can’t get the budget passed ...
It’s been a week full of lively debates and important discussions as we prepare for our second legislative deadline. One of the most meaningful moments of the week came when I read the heartfelt comments of a high school student on the Senate floor in support of House File 782, the bill ...
In Iowa, agriculture connects us all. Those of us who live on farms, in rural communities, and even in cities across our great state are fortunate to have a deep-rooted understanding of all our farmers do to make sure folks have food on their tables, gas in their tanks, clothes in their closet, ...
Summer is just around the corner, and for many people, it’s a time to reset, recharge — and maybe even rethink their goals. At Iowa Valley Community College District, we’re making it easier than ever for students to stay on track or get ahead with fast, flexible, and affordable options ...
I am very concerned about cuts to Medicaid proposed in the U.S.House Budget Resolution. I have a personal interest because I have family members who receive Medicaid to cover their health care. Many of you may also be affected by the proposed cuts. Perhaps you, yourself receive benefits or ...
Two wrongs do not make a right. There’s really no argument on that point. But morality, morals, right, wrong and politics are easy to grapple with from the sidelines when you are inclined to think both political parties have lost their minds. Thus we arrive at the group chat from ...