Mahaska County Democratic Caucus will be held Tues., Jan.21 at Conference Room 3rd Floor, Mahaska County Courthouse, 106 S. 1st St., Oskaloosa, IA Registration 6:30 pm convening at 7 pm. For more information call 641.673.3025.
by Rob Noah – Mahaska County Republican Chair As I am sure you are all aware, we have another important election upon us and I wanted to take a minute to communicate some important dates and information. 1. Precinct Caucuses: This Tuesday (January 21st) at 7 pm (see below for locations). If you are interested […]
by Rep. Larry Sheets Hello friends! I am sitting at my desk preparing for the start of Session on January 13 and reflecting on the activities of last year… I learned the value of the staff in helping me understand so many issues quickly. I learned who the statesmen were and I learned who the […]
(COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA) January 9, 2014 — Today, Iowa Secretary of State and former Council Bluffs City Councilman, Matt Schultz, formally announced his candidacy for Iowa’s Third Congressional District at a press event with more than 50 supporters at Council Bluffs City Hall. “Fighting for the people of Iowa in the State Capitol has been […]
(DES MOINES) – Today, Rep. Guy Vander Linden (R-Oskaloosa) released details regarding the newly-created Business Property Tax Credit. The credit, which Vander Linden supported, was passed by the Legislature in 2013 in a bipartisan manner. In order to receive the credit, property owners have to go through an application process that is already underway. This […]
(DES MOINES) – Today Rep. Guy Vander Linden (R-Oskaloosa) released information on a few notable bills that were passed during the 2013 legislative session which go into effect on July 1, 2013. “I look forward to spending time this summer and fall meeting with Iowans to get their feedback on these new laws as well […]
Greetings from back home on the farm. Planting is proving to be as challenging as a legislative session – rain, rain, rain. Now that the dust on the 2013 Iowa Legislative Session has had a chance to settle, I would like to provide you with some highlights. Iowa will see the largest tax cut in […]
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack will have a member of his staff in southern Iowa for open office hours. Dien Judge, Loebsack’s District Representative, will be at the following locations. Judge will be on hand to work with individuals who are having difficulty with a government agency, have suggestions for Dave, or would just […]
Here’s a story I just wouldn’t believe if I hadn’t been here! As most of you know, we are working on a major project to reduce nutrient runoff into our lakes and streams in Iowa. It is important that we keep the soil where it is and efficiently manage the soil fertility. As a farmer, […]
Hello friends! According to the calendar, this is the last week of session. Don’t believe everything you read, as we may be here a few more weeks until everything gets done. A couple weeks ago, I signed on to cosponsor an amendment proposed by Representative Alons. This amendment proposes that if the Supreme Court Justices […]
