Resolutions pass following Gov. Branstad's call for swift, bipartisan action in support of renewable fuels

(DES MOINES) -  Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today released statements applauding the Iowa Legislature for passing resolutions in support of a strong Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).  The Legislature's action comes two days after Gov. Branstad called for swift, bipartisan action in support of the RFS in his Condition of the State Address.

"I am pleased the Iowa Legislature has joined Lieutenant Governor Reynolds and me, and the entire Iowa Congressional Delegation, in support of a robust Renewable Fuels Standard," said Branstad. "I'm encouraged that the Legislature agrees that  this rule proposed by the EPA would be devastating to the agriculture and renewable fuel sector of the economy. Together, we'll keep fighting to protect the RFS."

Gov. Branstad, Lt. Gov. Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey and the entire Iowa Congressional Delegation are hosting a hearing, "Hearing in the Heartland: Supporting the Renewable Fuels Standard," on the proposed EPA rule Thursday, January 23, 2014. More information on the hearing can be found on by visiting the governor's website.

"Iowans understand how important a strong Renewable Fuels Standard is to our state's economy," said Reynolds. "I applaud the Iowa Legislature for moving quickly and decisively in support of the RFS. It's clear Iowans are in favor of lower-cost choices at the pump, diversifying our nation's energy portfolio, reducing harmful transportation emissions, supporting the growth of the economy, and reducing our dependence on overseas oil."

Gov. Branstad called on the Legislature to act during his Condition of the State Address Tuesday, January 14, 2014:

My friends, Iowa faces another challenge where we can come together again and rally around what is best for our state.  The EPA has proposed reducing the level of biofuels outlined in the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS).

If this rule is adopted, it would be a devastating setback to the agriculture sector of the Iowa economy.

The proposed rule comes at a time when our state continues to implement new pioneering policies encouraging growth and innovation in the renewable energy sector.

In a partnership with Iowa State University, we launched the "Fueling Our Future" program last October, which will bring Iowa to the forefront in the use of E30 fuel.

This new program is a reflection of the importance of further advancing the renewable fuels industry, and how the RFS is helping to create important Iowa jobs.

The RFS has led to a cleaner environment, opened the markets for Iowa corn and soybeans and reduced our nation's dependence on foreign oil.  Thousands of Americans are coming together to support the RFS.

We will be holding a public hearing later this month to give Iowans the opportunity to voice their concerns with the EPA's proposal. Lt. Governor Reynolds and I are pleased the entire Iowa Congressional Delegation and Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey have agreed to co-host this important forum.

Today, I call on the General Assembly, as its first order of business, in bipartisan fashion, to pass a resolution in support of maintaining a robust Renewable Fuels Standard.

Read the full speech

The resolutions from the Iowa House and Iowa Senate can be found here:

Iowa House Resolution 101

Iowa Senate Resolution 101

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(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today announced they will lead a group of senior state officials from Iowa and the Midwest to organize and host a public hearing allowing citizens outside of Washington, D.C., the opportunity to testify about the importance of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).  The RFS has proven an important policy framework for empowering consumers with additional and lower-cost choices at the pump, diversifying our nation's energy portfolio, reducing harmful transportation emissions, supporting the growth of the Midwest economy, and reducing our dependence on overseas oil.

Gov. Branstad, Lt. Gov. Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey and the entire Iowa congressional delegation sent a letter to President Barack Obama, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy, and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack on December 20, 2013, encouraging Federal officials to host a public hearing in Iowa or the Midwest to give more citizens the opportunity to provide perspective and data on the EPA's proposal to reduce volume obligation levels for 2014 in the RFS.  The White House, Administrator McCarthy and Secretary Vilsack each declined the invitation and the opportunity to host a hearing on this important issue.  Thus, Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Reynolds, along with other leaders from the Midwest have stepped up to host this important hearing event.

Governor Branstad stated the following:  "Iowans, and Midwesterners, deserve the opportunity to make the case for their futures and I was disappointed to hear that the Federal Government has declined our invitation to host a hearing in the Midwest.  We believe it is necessary to host this public hearing for Iowans and other Midwesterners to enable them to more easily provide comments on the EPA's proposal, which could cost nearly 45,000 jobs, have a negative ripple effect through the U.S. economy and would hinder consumer choice at the pump."

Branstad continued:  "It is important for Federal leaders to gain fresh perspective that is not clouded by the perpetual politics of Washington, DC.  Big Oil's army of DC lobbyists has clouded the debate on the value of renewable fuels to our nation's energy, economic and national security.  This hearing aims to clear the air and give citizens of the Heartland the opportunity to amplify their voice in this important Federal policy discussion."

Lt. Governor Reynolds added:  "So many Iowans have seen the tremendous economic benefits flowing from the biofuels and agriculture industries, including rewarding careers in rural America.  This EPA proposal is expected to cost thousands of jobs at a time when we are working tirelessly to create career opportunities throughout the state.  As elected leaders, it's our responsibility to listen to the people to ensure public policy decisions that directly impact Americans are made with the input of citizens affected.  We appreciate the help from the entire Iowa congressional delegation and leaders from other states in helping to organize this event."

Senator Chuck Grassley said:  "Too often, agencies in Washington, D.C., make decisions that affect the livelihoods of people in the rest of the country without hearing directly from those involved.  The opposite should be true.   The grass roots ought to be heard here and any time policy changes are under way that have implications on areas from local economies to national energy security.  It's truly unfortunate that the Obama Administration has refused to come to Iowa to hear grass roots concerns about its misguided proposal.  Governor Branstad is right to convene this hearing.  It will balance the big-oil bias and fill the void left by the Administration in Washington, D.C."

"Iowa's renewable fuels industry has benefited farmers, our rural communities, fuel customers and the environment, and they would be hurt if the EPA implemented the proposed rule to roll-back the RFS.  This event will be a great opportunity for Iowans to have their voice heard, let's hope the Obama administration and EPA officials in Washington are listening," said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey.

"Minnesota is a leader in renewable energy development and the EPA proposal to reduce the RFS will thwart these ongoing efforts to grow homegrown fuels," said Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson. "I visited with many of our ethanol producers just last week and the negative impact this proposal could have on their businesses and the rural economy throughout the Midwest is very real."

"While this debate is happening in Washington, D.C., the effects are felt in America's heartland," said South Dakota Secretary of Agriculture, Lucas Lentsch.  "Even the slightest signal of hesitation can disrupt markets and suggest doubt in our homegrown energy future."

Event Logistics: The event will be held at Hall of Laureates, 100 Locust Street
Des Moines, Iowa, on January, 23, 2014, with comments beginning at 8:30 AM, Central Standard Time.

Contact and RSVP Information: Interested individuals should RSVP to Julie Vande Hoef, Policy Advisor for the Governor, at Julie.VandeHoef@Iowa.gov by 9 AM on Tuesday, January 21, 2014.  Individuals should denote the following:

  • Full Name
  • Organization Being Represented (If applicable)
  • Day of Event Phone Number
  • Email Address
  • Statement whether the individual would be interested providing verbal testimony as time allows.
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(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry E. Branstad denied the following application for commutation:

Shannon Elizabeth Lee Breeden, age 28, committed her crimes on May 27, 2002, in Scott County.  She is currently serving a twenty-five year sentence with a 70% mandatory for attempted murder.

Helena F. Burrell, age 70, committed her crime on January 10, 1985, in Polk County.  She is currently serving a life sentence for first-degree murder.

Sheri Fisher, age 29, committed her crimes on September 3, 2006, in Polk County.  She is currently serving a thirty-five year sentence with a 70% mandatory for attempted murder and willful injury causing serious injury.

Laura E. Hockmuth, age 32, committed her crimes on May 15, 1997, in Scott County.  She is currently serving a fifty-year sentence with a 70% mandatory for second-degree kidnapping and first-degree robbery.

Christine M. Lockheart, age 46, committed her crimes on February 17, 1985, in Scott County.  She was originally sentenced to a life sentence for first-degree murder and first-degree robbery.  Because she was under the age of 18 at the time of her crime, her sentence was vacated and she is currently waiting resentencing.

Tifany A. Myers, age 32, committed her crime on January 20, 2000, in Polk County.  She is currently serving a fifty-year sentence with a 70% mandatory for second-degree mandatory.

Susan Ross, age 55, committed her crimes on January 24, 2003, in Polk County.  She is currently serving a one hundred year sentence for second-degree kidnapping and drug possession with intent to deliver.

Judy K. White, age 67, committed her crime on April 13, 1979, in Cedar County.  She is currently serving a life sentence for first-degree murder.

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(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry E. Branstad today approved an emergency declaration suspending the regulatory provisions pertaining to hours of service for drivers of commercial motor vehicles transporting propane. The order goes into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 25 and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7.

The proclamation is as follows:

WHEREAS, because of the late harvest and high demand for petroleum products throughout the Midwest, the people of the State of Iowa are faced with extremely low supplies of propane; and

WHEREAS, adequate supplies of propane are necessary to continue normal agricultural harvesting and to provide residential heating to our citizens, particularly those in rural portions of the state; and

WHEREAS, the effects of this propane shortage are being felt throughout the State of Iowa; and

WHEREAS, the limited suspension of certain hours of service regulations for drivers of commercial motor vehicles transporting propane in our state will increase the amount of propane transported throughout the State of Iowa, thereby reducing the damaging effects of this shortage; and

WHEREAS, these conditions threaten the peace, health, and safety of the citizens of the State of Iowa and its agricultural industry and accordingly provide legal justification for the issuance of a Proclamation of a State of Disaster Emergency pursuant to Iowa Code § 29C.6(1).

NOW, THEREFORE, I, TERRY E. BRANSTAD, Governor of the State of Iowa, by the power and authority vested in me by the Iowa Constitution Art. IV, §§ 1, 8 and Iowa Code § 29C.6(1), and all other applicable laws, do hereby proclaim a State of Disaster Emergency for the entire state of Iowa and do hereby ORDER and DIRECT the following:

SECTION One.  I temporarily suspend the regulatory provisions of Iowa Code § 321.449 pertaining to hours of service for drivers of commercial motor vehicles transporting propane, during the duration of this disaster, subject to these conditions:

A.    Nothing contained in this Proclamation shall be construed as an exemption from the controlled substances and alcohol use and testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 382, the commercial drivers' license requirements under 49 CFR Part 383, the financial responsibility requirements of 49 CFR Part 387, or any other portion of the Code of Federal Regulations not specifically identified in this proclamation.

A.    No motor carrier operating under the terms of this proclamation shall require or allow a fatigued or ill driver to operate a motor vehicle. A driver who informs a carrier that he or she needs immediate rest shall be given at least ten consecutive hours off duty before the driver is required to return to service.

B.     Upon the request of a driver, a commercial motor carrier operating under this proclamation must give a driver at least thirty-four (34) consecutive hours off when the driver has been on duty for more than seventy (70) hours during any eight consecutive days.

C.     Motor carriers that have an out-of-service order in effect may not take advantage of the relief from regulations that this declaration provides under title 49 CFR § 390.23.

D.    Upon the expiration of the effective date of this Proclamation, or when a driver has been relieved of all duty and responsibility to provide direct assistance to the emergency effort, a driver that has had at least thirty-four (34) consecutive hours off duty shall be permitted to start his or her on-duty status hours and 60/70 hour clock at zero.

SECTION Two.  This state of disaster emergency shall be effective at 12:01 a.m. on October 25, 2013, shall continue for fourteen (14) days, and shall expire on November 7, 2013 at 11:59 p.m., unless sooner terminated or extended in writing by me.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and caused the Great Seal of the State of Iowa to be affixed at Des Moines, Iowa this twenty-fourth day of October in the year of our Lord Two Thousand Thirteen.

Proclamation applies for efficient transportation of soybeans, corn, hay, straw, silage and stover

(DES MOINES) -  Gov. Terry E. Branstad today signed a proclamation to allow the transportation of overweight loads of soybeans, corn, hay, straw, silage and stover.  The proclamation takes effect today, September, 27, 2013, and expires after 60 days.

"Our farmers provide food, fuel and fiber for their families and families around the world." said Branstad. "With the challenging weather conditions that our state has seen over the past several months, this proclamation will help transport our agriculture commodities safely and efficiently."

"We hope this proclamation will provide additional assistance to farmers during this demanding time of the year," said Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds.

"Harvest is an extremely busy time for farmers and this proclamation allows farmers to move crops as efficiently as possible while ensuring roadway safety," Northey said.  "I appreciate Gov. Branstad signing this proclamation in a timely manner so that it is in effect as harvest begins in earnest statewide."

This proclamation is intended to allow vehicles transporting soybeans, corn, hay, straw, silage and stover to be overweight, not exceeding 90,000 pounds gross weight, without a permit, but only for the duration of this proclamation.  This action is intended to allow loads transported on all highways within Iowa, excluding the interstate system, and those which do not exceed a maximum of 90,000 pounds gross weight, do not exceed the maximum axle weight limit determined under the nonprimary highway maximum gross weight table in Iowa Code §321.463(5)(b), by more than twelve and one-half percent (12.5%), do not exceed the legal maximum axle weight limit of 20,000 pounds, and comply with posted limits on roads and bridges.

The Iowa Department of Transportation is directed to monitor the operation of this proclamation to assure the public's safety and facilitate the movement of the trucks involved.

For more information please visit www.governor.iowa.gov.

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(INDIA) - Gov. Terry E. Branstad, on an international trade mission in India, today issued the following statement upon learning  Rockwell City Police Officer Jamie Buenting was killed in the line of duty earlier this morning:

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Jamie Buenting, his coworkers, and the entire Rockwell City community. This is a devastating loss that again reminds us of the harm faced on a daily basis by our brave public safety officers. We must never take for granted the work carried out by our public safety officers, and must be ever thankful to officers like Jamie Buenting for keeping our families safe."



Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds made the following statement in Pella:


""Today offered another stark reminder of the dangers confronted by public safety officers on a daily basis. This is a terrible tragedy, and we all will keep Officer Buenting's family in our thoughts and prayers. My thoughts also go out Rockwell City as they endure the loss of a respected public service officer."


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(DES MOINES) - Executive Order Number 81 signed by Iowa Governor Terry E. Branstad on May 15, 2013, declared that science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education should be strengthened as part of providing a world-class education, encouraging innovation and enhancing economic development in Iowa.  The Advisory Council's top priorities are to increase student interest and achievement in STEM in order to be well prepared for post-secondary study and the rewarding STEM careers that await them here in Iowa.

Wrapping up the first implementation year of Council programming, outcomes and indicators suggest a strong start, with plenty of work yet to do. Assessment of STEM Council programs is a collaborative effort of evaluation centers at Iowa's three public universities - the Center for Social and Behavioral Research (CSBR) at the University of Northern Iowa, the Research Institute for Studies in Education (RISE) at Iowa State University, and Iowa Testing Program (ITP) at the University of Iowa. The collaborative issued their first year report Iowa STEM Monitoring Project 2012-2013 Summary Report at the biannual meeting of the Governor's STEM Advisory Council on August 15, 2013. The report is publicly available at www.IowaSTEM.gov.

Major findings of the first-year assessment provide plenty to build upon. For example:

  • All twelve of the 2012-13 exemplary programs scaled up across Iowa through the new STEM Network were found to increase student interest (89 percent of students reported more interest in at least one STEM subject after having participated).
  • A steady decline is observed in the interest of Iowa youth in general when it comes to STEM topics and STEM careers, from elementary to middle school to high school.
  • Ninety-four percent of surveyed Iowans believe that science and technology are making our lives better.
  • The Iowa Assessment mathematics and science scores of participants in STEM Council programs were considerably stronger than the scores of young Iowans in general (an encouraging association though evaluators point out insufficient information to conclude causation).

The Council's co-chair, Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds greeted the findings with cautious optimism, "The fine work of the assessment team boosts the morale of the hundreds of professionals across the State who are working hard to implement the Council's vision," she said, "while at the same time we're reminded of the haves and have nots in Iowa when it comes to STEM who we owe our very best effort moving forward."

A disparity was revealed among parents when it comes to beliefs that their children are "very well prepared" in STEM subjects at school - 37 percent of rural versus 62 percent of urban parents felt so. One of the key considerations in rolling out exemplary STEM programs last year to almost 900 Iowa educators and 38,000 learners was to target regions of the state with the highest need.

Council co-chair Mary Andringa, President and CEO of Vermeer Corporation, sees great value in the assessment document. "STEM is a national imperative in this era of globally competitive markets, and Iowa is really well-positioned to lead by example," she said. "Data-driven decision making informed by objective measures will keep us on the front edge."

The 2012-13 Iowa STEM Monitoring Project Summary Report is available at http://www.iowastem.gov/sites/default/files/stem_monitoring_report_final8-13-13.pdf

STEM programming for FY2014 is already well underway with nine competitively selected exemplary programs being supported in some 3,800 clubs and classrooms reaching almost 100,000 Iowa youth through the Council's Network.  To learn more about STEM education in Iowa contact the Governor's STEM Advisory Council Administration Office or visit www.IowaSTEM.gov.

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About the Governor's STEM Advisory Council: Formed in 2011, the Council is a 40-member, public-private partnership dedicated to building a strong STEM education foundation for all Iowans. For more information, go to www.IowaSTEM.gov.

Museum artifact to be on display at Governor Branstad and Lt. Governor Reynolds's State Fair booth

(DES MOINES) - Floppy is going to the Iowa State Fair. The Governor's Office and the State Historical Museum of Iowa today announced that Floppy, a beagle puppet from the locally produced children's television program from 1957- 1987, will be on display at Governor Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds's booth in the Varied Industries Building during the Iowa State Fair from August 8-18, 2013.

"The Lt. Governor and I are proud to partner with the State Historical Museum to host Floppy at the Governor's Office State Fair booth," said Branstad. "Floppy is back by popular demand and we encourage all Iowans to stop by our booth to see an old friend at this popular attraction."

"As many people know, Duane Ellett and Floppy had a strong relationship with the Iowa State Fair, so this is a perfect opportunity to let Floppy be seen at the Governor's booth," said Mary Cownie, director of Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs, which oversees the State Historical Museum.

Ellett and Floppy hosted and performed on the "The Floppy Show" and other locally-produced television programs on WHO-TV in Des Moines. Ellett carved Floppy from Balsa wood and brought him and other puppet characters to life through ventriloquism, creating memories for children who "beeped" his nose and told riddles, such as "Why did the man put his car in the oven? Because he wanted a hot rod." The programs also featured vintage cartoons.

Ellett died in 1987 and his family donated Floppy and his puppet friends - Uncle Taffy, The Inspector, Scary Mary, Matilda the Bookworm, and a Floppy prototype - to the State Historical Society of Iowa, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs, in 1993. The artifacts were on display in the State Historical Museum of Iowa's "Where's Floppy?" exhibition from 1994 until June 2013.

After the Iowa State Fair concludes, Floppy will be transported to the Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center, a nationally-renowned conservation laboratory in Omaha, Nebraska, where conservators will conduct an in-depth examination. After its completion, the conservators will consult with Museum staff to develop a preservation treatment plan for Floppy and his puppet friends.

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The State Historical Museum has served the citizens of Iowa for more than 120 years as a forum for cultural and civic engagement, a hub for hands-on-education, and a one-of-a-kind destination for visitors and citizens alike to interact with the stories of Iowa. Today, the Museum is home to more than 100,000 artifacts in its collections with more than 50,000 square feet of exhibit space showcasing Iowa's rich history and cultural legacy.  For more information visit www.iowahistory.org.

The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs is responsible for developing the state's interest in the areas of the arts, history and other cultural matters with the advice and assistance from its two divisions: the State Historical Society of Iowa and the Iowa Arts Council. DCA preserves, researches, interprets and promotes an awareness and understanding of local, state and regional history and stimulates and encourages the study and presentation of the performing and fine arts and public interest and participation in them. It implements tourism-related art and history projects as directed by the General Assembly and designs a comprehensive, statewide, long-range plan with the assistance of the Iowa Arts Council to develop the arts in Iowa. More information about DCA is available at www.culturalaffairs.org.

(DES MOINES) - Gov. Branstad is ordering all flags in the state to be flown at half-staff from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2013, to honor Vietnam War Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Technician Donald P. McGrane of Waverly, Iowa, who was set to be laid to rest today at Arlington National Cemetery.  

   

McGrane had been missing since July 19, 1967.  

   

The governor's directive applies to all U.S. and state flags under the control of the state. H.R. 692, signed in 2007, requires federal government agencies in the state to comply with the governor's executive order that the U.S. flag be flown at half-staff in the event of the death of a member of the Armed Forces.  

 

Flags will be at half-staff on the state Capitol building and on flag displays in the Capitol complex, and upon all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.

For background on Donald P. McGrane, please see the below release from the Department of Defense:

Sailors Missing From Vietnam War Identified

The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that a Navy pilot, missing from the Vietnam War, has been accounted for and will be buried with full military honors along with his crew. 

Navy Lt. Dennis W. Peterson of Huntington Park, Calif., was the pilot of a SH-3A helicopter that crashed in Ha Nam Province, North Vietnam. Peterson was accounted for on March 30, 2012. Also, aboard the aircraft was Ensign Donald P. Frye of Los Angeles, Calif.; Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Technicians William B. Jackson of Stockdale, Texas; and Donald P. McGrane of Waverly, Iowa. The crew will be buried, as a group, on May 2 at Arlington National Cemetery. 

On July 19, 1967, the four servicemen took off from the USS Hornet aboard an SH-3A Sea King helicopter, on a search and rescue mission looking for a downed pilot in Ha Nam Province, North Vietnam. During the mission, an enemy concealed 37mm gun position targeted the helicopter as it flew in. The helicopter was hit by the anti-aircraft gunfire, causing the aircraft to lose control, catch fire and crash, killing all four servicemen. 

In October 1982, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (S.R.V.) repatriated five boxes of remains to U.S. officials. In 2009, the remains within the boxes were identified as Frye, Jackson, and McGrane. 

In 1993, a joint U.S./S.R.V. team, investigated a loss in Ha Nam Province. The team interviewed local villagers who identified possible burial sites linked to the loss. One local claimed to have buried two of the crewmen near the wreckage, but indicated that both graves had subsequently been exhumed. 

Between 1994 and 2000, three joint U.S./S.R.V. teams excavated the previous site and recovered human remains and aircraft wreckage that correlated to the crew's SH-3A helicopter. In 2000, U.S. personnel excavated the crash site recovering additional remains. Analysis from the Joint POW/MIA Command Central Identification Laboratory subsequently designated these additional remains as the co-mingled remains of all four crewmen, including Peterson. 

DoD scientists used forensic tools and circumstantial evidence in the identification of the remains. 

For additional information on the Defense Department's mission to account for missing Americans, visit the DPMO website at www.dtic.mil/dpmo or call 703-699-1420.

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(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry Branstad today signed the following bills into law:  

House File 152 An act relating to drainage or levee districts by providing for agreements with owners of land located within districts, providing for the management of districts by a board of trustees, and including effective date provisions.  

House File 211 An act requiring in-state construction contracts and disputes thereof to be governed by Iowa law and including effective date provisions.  

House File 454 An act relating to education by modifying the duties and operations of the department of education, community colleges, the school budget review committee, and local school boards, and eliminating a reporting requirement relating to vocational education funds.  

House File 524 An act relating to city utilities and city enterprises by making changes to requirements related to commercial rental property.  

House File 556 An act relating to statutory corrections which may adjust language to reflect current practices, insert earlier omissions, delete redundancies and inaccuracies, delete temporary language resolve inconsistencies and conflicts, update ongoing provisions, or remove ambiguities.  

House File 613 An act relating to the war orphans educational assistance fund by transferring the money in the fund to the veterans trust fund and transferring duties for providing educational assistance to orphaned children of veterans to the commission on veterans affairs.  

   

House File 630 An act providing a sales tax exemption on hydroelectricity conversion property.  

   

Senate File 445 An act relating to the transfer of real estate and the filing of a mortgage release certificate, providing for a fee and making remedies applicable, and including effective date provisions.  

 

Senate File 368 An act relating to the consumer credit code by modifying to the federal truth in lending act.

Senate File 358 An act concerning title to real estate.

Senate File 224 An act relating to the period of validity of driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards, the fee charged for the issuance of duplicate driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards, and including effective date provisions.

Senate File 202 An act relating to programs and services under the purview of the department of public health.

Senate File 115 An act relating to intermediate driver's licenses and special minor's licenses, making a penalty applicable, and including effective date provisions.

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