Iowa Republican Sen. Joni Ernst, a survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault, has proposed federal legislation calling for the deportation of individuals seeking to enter the United States who have been convicted of violent sexual crimes.
“This is just simply immoral and unethical that they will set up an environment that hurts kids,” the Iowa Republican said.
Candidates discussed recycling, priorities for pandemic relief funds, and pros and cons of tax increment financing.
Construction and installation of the playground are scheduled for spring of 2022.
A former Facebook data scientist told Congress on Tuesday that the social network giant’s products harm children and fuel polarization in the U.S., adding that its executives refuse to change because they elevate profits over safety.
Iowa Senate Republicans all voted to reject the first set of proposed maps that would redraw statehouse and Congressional boundaries for the next 10 years. All Senate Democrats voted to approve the maps.
Reynolds’ office did not provide details of the governor’s itinerary other than to confirm she will be part of a tour of the U.S. southern border and will hold a conference call with Iowa reporters in mid-afternoon following the event.
Vander Sanden, 64, announced his upcoming departure Tuesday to the Linn County Board of Supervisors, saying it seemed like a “practical time to retire” after being the elected county attorney for over 11 years and serving more than 38 years in the office
What you need to know about Election Day voting, early voting and voting by mail in Iowa local elections as 2021 state law changes take effect.
The key takeaway from their meeting with local election officials was the checks and balances in election operations, including the 40-step process of checking each voting machine before it goes into a polling place and in counting ballots.
While senators are hearing concerns from their constituents over mask mandates and education-related topics, the Senate GOP leader said he expects this week’s special session will be confined to consideration of the proposed redistricting maps only and likely be completed in a day.
Lawmakers will convene Tuesday at the Capitol for a special session of the Iowa Legislature where they will consider the first round of proposed new election boundary maps for the redistricting process.
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