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The Iowa Senate passed bills that would increase penalties for protest-related offenses and punish cities that reduce their police budgets
The Iowa Senate passed bills Wednesday that would increase penalties for protest-related offenses and punish cities that reduce their police budgets, both in response to last summer’s protests against racial injustice.
The bill raising penalties passed on a party-line vote with Republicans voting in favor. It also includes some liability protection for drivers who accidentally injure protesters who are unlawfully blocking traffic. Law enforcement would be required to detain people for 24 hours if they’re arrested for alleged protest-related crimes.
DES MOINES - There s bipartisan legislative support for making a major investment in broadband internet expansion in Iowa, but leaders aren t ready to commit to fully funding Gov. Kim Reynolds s request for $450 million over three years until they see the latest state revenue projections made later this month.
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