2020 Session Wrap-up
A quick list of the good, the bad and the ugly bills of the 2020 legislative session.
Ag & Farming
Speak up about negative impact of EPA proposal on Iowa
Iowans: Raise your voices in support of Iowa farmers and against a proposal that could cripple our rural economy.
Third bipartisan “Ag Day” for Iowa legislators
This year’s event will focus on new conservation technologies, including terraces, waterways, improvements, tiling and cover crops. John Deere will provide hands-on demonstrations. Ryan Vogel, owner of an earth moving and tiling business, will discuss the impact of recent legislation on cost sharing.
HWY 20 shows the promise of rural Iowa investments
“Safe, efficient roads for Iowans, travelers and commerce have been top priorities over my last eight years on the Senate Transportation Committee. We’ve accomplished a lot in that time through bipartisan efforts focused on making Iowa the best place to live, work and do business.”
2018 End-of-Session Report
This session, we heard from thousands of Iowans who work hard but struggle to get by. They just want a decent-paying job and the chance to lead a happy, healthy life. Our job in the Legislature is to listen and work to improve the lives of everyday Iowans.
Iowa Senators stand up for Iowa farmers and Iowa’s economy
Twenty-one Iowa State Senators are asking President Donald Trump to protect Iowa farmers, businesses and communities as he makes trade policy changes.
Latest revenue estimates show Republican policies continue to damage job growth and economic opportunities
“Today’s updated revenue estimates are more evidence that Governor Reynolds and legislative Republicans are continuing to break those promises to Iowans. That’s bad, bad news for Iowa families and their communities, especially those living in smaller towns and rural ares.”
Senator Hart hosting Iowa Water Quality Summit in DeWitt
All are invited to learn and to lend your voice to this discussion of water use and how to ensure clean water for drinking, recreation, farming and more. Share your knowledge, priorities and activities so that we all can become better informed.
Latest state deficit figures show GOP budget is ‘out of whack’ and hurting Iowa families
“Iowa is not in a recession. Iowa is experiencing slow revenue growth because the policies of Governor Reynolds and legislative Republicans are out of whack. Delaying tax refunds for Iowa families and other gimmicks will not solve this budget mess. Republicans must stop showering tens of millions on large tax giveaways to out-of-state corporations. These tax giveaways now top $500 million annually and are the fastest growing part of the state spending.
Iowa Legislative Leaders, Governor Branstad Pre-Session Interviews with Iowa Reporters (Video)
On January 13, 2017, the Associated Press organized a pre-session news conference with with the leaders of the Iowa Legislature and Governor Branstad. The meetings were livestreamed on the Iowa Senate Democrats’ Facebook Page.