Human Resources Committee – Week 21, 2020
Action between June 3 and June 5 on bills assigned to the Senate Human Resources Committee.
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Commerce Committee – Week 21, 2020
Action between June 3 and June 5 on bills assigned to the Senate Commerce Committee.
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Appropriations Committee – Week 21, 2020
Action between June 3 and June 5 on bills assigned to the Senate Appropriations Committee.
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Boulton: Solutions to racial injustice must be new
Our city, state, and nation are struggling with what is broken in our society. Racial injustice isn’t new, but our solutions absolutely must be. We have seen powerful, poignant moments. A peaceful, massive assembly has inspired new conversations. It also inspired a powerful and real emotion for some: anger.
Wahls: Addressing Iowa’s stresses before session ends
The Iowa Legislature has resumed the 2020 session. Over the next two weeks, I hope we will:
** Pass a balanced budget based on the latest revenue estimates.
** Fight for the needs of Iowans, businesses and communities impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
** Push for laws to address racial inequities in Iowa.
Petersen: We can take immediate steps to end racial disparities
Iowans and Americans everywhere are coming together to say “enough is enough.” It’s time that our actions condemn hate and racism. It’s time that our actions advance equality and justice for all.
Mathis, Sweeney: Forgive Medicare Loans
Hospitals and other healthcare providers accessed advanced payments through the CARES Act Medicare Loan Fund to bridge losses. Loan forgiveness is vitally important and is much more critical now, given the fact that hospital losses have far exceeded the relief from Cares Act grants.
Legislative Democrats’ COVID-19 Recovery Agenda
Iowa’s Democratic lawmakers have released a plan to address the needs of Iowa families and business during the reconvened 2020 session, starting June 3. The goal is to keep lawmakers focused on addressing problems related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
New budget estimates mean we must focus on real solutions
Based on the updated revenue estimates, the Governor and legislators must strategically use available resources– including federal funds and the state’s rainy-day fund – to protect key priorities: education, health care and employment security.
Coronavirus impact survey results
The results of our Coronavirus Impact Survey, conducted from May 12 to May 25, are in.