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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley, R-New Hartford, responds to questions posed by reporters at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.

Iowa Republicans “prepared to act” on federal vaccine mandates

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor January 4, 2022

DES MOINES — Republican leaders in Iowa said they are “prepared to act” to curb federal vaccine requirements for workers but want to wait to see how lawsuits against the mandates play out in...

Iowa Senator Amy Sinclair, R-Allerton, speaks at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.. (Gabby Drees/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa legislators say workforce issues a top priority for upcoming session

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor January 4, 2022

DES MOINES — Leaders at the Statehouse said lawmakers will focus on addressing workforce issues in the upcoming legislative session in press conferences on Tuesday.  Gov. Kim Reynolds said she’ll...

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds responds to a reporter's question at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.

Lawmakers push for more transparency on school curriculum ahead of legislative session

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor January 4, 2022

DES MOINES — Iowa’s Republican leadership called for more transparency around educational materials and increased parental participation in education during press conferences ahead of the 2022...

Recently appointed member of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee Tony Currin. Currin is also the Affirmative Action Chair for the Johnson County Democrats. (Contributed)

Iowa City leader to run for Iowa House

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 13, 2021

Iowa City community leader Tony Currin announced on Monday that he will be running for Iowa House as a Democrat to replace Rep. Mary Mascher, D-Iowa City, in District 89.  According to a press...

Elinor Levin, Iowa House of Representative candidate for District 89, poses for a portrait at Encounter Cafe in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021.

Democrat Elinor Levin looking to bring new ideas to Iowa Statehouse

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor December 13, 2021

Elinor Levin had wanted to run for office for several years, and with the retirement of Rep. Mary Mascher, D-Iowa City, who has been in her seat since 1995, Levin says she has found the right opportunity....

The Iowa State Capitol Building is seen on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 in Des Moines. Tuesday marks the second day of the 2021 Iowa legislative session, including the annual State of the State address given by Gov. Kim Reynolds.

Iowa legislators look to lower income tax ahead of 2022 session

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 13, 2021

The 2022 legislative session is less than a month away, and a key goal of Iowa Republicans to reduce state income tax. Democrats in the minority party say their priorities include improving the state’s...

University of Iowa senior Dylan Harvey poses for a portrait on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021.

UI student Dylan Harvey launches Iowa House campaign

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor December 6, 2021

University of Iowa sociology and political science student Dylan Harvey is running for office as a Democrat in Iowa House District 89. “I've lived in the state my whole life, and I've seen its...

WIN Technology in Eau Claire, owned by 31 mostly small telephone companies, has built a fiber network covering more than 9,200 miles in Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and Iowa.

Internet providers await federal broadband dollars

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor December 5, 2021

With the passing of the federal infrastructure bill, Iowa internet providers are looking to cash in on the third large round of government funding for broadband in a year as the specifics of the process...

The U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017.

Iowa politicians honor the life of Bob Dole

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 5, 2021

Iowa elected leaders sent out statements on Sunday in remembrance of Republican Senator and 1996 presidential candidate Robert Dole, honoring his time in Congress.  The Elizabeth Dole Foundation...

State Representative Dave Jacoby (D- Coralville) answered questions at a Johnson County Legislative Forum held by The Daily Iowan at the Iowa City Public Library on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021. Questions were asked by The Daily Iowan staff and the general public, ranging from issues of public education funding and curriculum to state and federal COVID-19 response.

Johnson County legislators offer education policy critiques in forum hosted by The Daily Iowan

Emily Delgado, News Reporter December 2, 2021

Democratic legislators from Johnson County said recent cuts to higher education and bills limiting content in K-12 schools are harming educators while Iowa faces a teacher shortage. They critiqued...

Daily Iowan to host forum ahead of legislative session

Daily Iowan to host forum ahead of legislative session

Rylee Wilson, Managing Editor November 28, 2021

Legislators representing Johnson County in Des Moines will discuss education issues in the upcoming legislative session in a forum hosted by the Daily Iowan politics team. The forum, which is free...

Iowa City City Councilor Janice Weiner announces run for Iowa Senate

Iowa City City Councilor Janice Weiner announces run for Iowa Senate

Lauren White, Politics Reporter November 16, 2021

Iowa City City Councilor Janice Weiner announced on Tuesday that she is running for Iowa Senate District 45 in the 2022 election.  Weiner, a Democrat, is the first candidate to announce a campaign...