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Saturday, May 25, 2013  Money is part of a  $1.7 billion dollar budget.

Sunday, April 07, 2013  A subcommittee in the Republican-majority House did not approve the bill Wednesday.

Saturday, April 06, 2013  Governor Branstad says he's still hopeful there might be action on the issue.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  The bill would allow patients with a qualifying condition, such as cancer, to get a prescription for medical marijuana.

Friday, March 09, 2012  A local mayor has bowed out of the race for Iowa's Senate.

Wednesday, December 07, 2011  Fort Madison Mayor Steve Ireland wants to serve more of Southeast Iowa.

Wednesday, November 03, 2010  Iowa Republicans have gained control of the state House, but Democrats were hanging on to the Senate by a slim margin.

Friday, July 16, 2010  Iowa's U.S. Senate race continues to draw big money, with Democrat Roxanne Conlin and Republican Charles Grassley reporting large donations to their campaigns.

Monday, April 19, 2010  Republicans and Democrats say the numbers are shaping up in their favor in the quest for control in the Legislature.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010  Iowa lawmakers will meet again Tuesday after failing to reach a budget deal.

Monday, March 29, 2010  Legislative leaders say they've given up on plans to adjourn and instead will try to finish their work Monday.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010  The Iowa Legislature has approved a compromise package that puts new limits on sending or reading text messages while driving, including tough restrictions on young drivers.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010  The Iowa Senate has given final legislative approval to a package that slashes about $65 million in state tax credits.

Friday, March 12, 2010  Lawmakers have given final approval to a measure that forces those convicted of domestic abuse to give up their guns.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010  Gov. Chet Culver is urging lawmakers to toughen restrictions on drivers who send text messages, telling them millions of federal dollars are at stake.