DES MOINES, IOWA (August 8, 2023) — Governor Kim Reynolds has released the following statement in response to Iowa and Nebraska bringing a lawsuit against the US Environmental Protection Agency for its failure to issue final rules on E15, which would pave the way for year-round E15 access. Final rules were required to have been issued by July 2022.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 8, 2023) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has brought suit against the Biden Administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) for failing to fulfill Governor Kim Reynolds’ request to allow the sale of year-round E15 gasoline.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 4, 2023) — Governor Kim Reynolds has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for seven Iowa counties where significant damage was sustained from spring flooding.

The governor requested funding under the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Public Assistance Program for Allamakee, Clayton, Des Moines, Dubuque, Jackson, Lee, and Scott counties for the Mississippi River flooding that occurred from April 24-May 13, 2023.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 4, 2023) — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate announced today that his office has released a new and updated handbook for Iowa notaries. Iowa notaries are essential components of Iowa’s business, legal, financial, and real-estate communities, and it is imperative for every Iowa notary Public to stay current on Iowa notary law and receive guidance on proper recording and notarial service.

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 27, 2023) — In preparation for World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and Story County Deputy Sheriff Elizabeth Quinn are working together to raise awareness about the dangers of the crime and ways to prevent it.

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 27, 2023) — First Gentleman Kevin Reynolds invites families to attend this year’s BBQ at Terrace Hill, a celebration of summer at the Iowa Governor’s Residence and National Historic Landmark. The event will be on Thursday, August 3, 5:30-7:30PM.

Guests will enjoy:

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (July 26, 2023)  Illinois Humanities is pleased to announce that Hillsboro will be the next Illinois town to feature Spark!

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 26, 2023) — The Iowa Supreme Court agreed to hear the appeal of the district court’s order which halts enforcement of Iowa’s Heartbeat Law. Attorney General Brenna Bird released the following statement in response: 

“I am glad that the Supreme Court has agreed to hear our appeal. I look forward to continuing to defend the Heartbeat Law and protect the right to life in court.”

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 26, 2023) — Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities will hold information meetings this week for their affordable-home-ownership program. The meetings will be accessible virtually via ZOOM as well as in-person at the Habitat office on Thursday, July 27, 6PM, and Saturday, July 29, 10AM. Those interested in attending must RSVP through the website habitatqc.org or call the office to RSVP for in-person attendance.

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2023) — RILCO Inc, based in Rock Island, Illinois, and MH Eby Inc, a legacy Iowa manufacturer, were among the company investment announcements made today at the monthly Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) board meeting. Combined, these projects represent a total capital investment of more than $25 million and are expected to create a total of 201 jobs in the communities of Eldridge and Story City respectively.

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