Republican Reps. Present Prison Plan
(DES MOINES) – ”In a press conference this morning, Republican Reps. Steve Lukan (New Vienna), Lance Horbach (Tama) and Dave Tjepkes (Gowrie) presented a plan for Iowa’s prison system and overall public safety.
According to the representatives, there are five key areas in the plan to ensure Iowans are safe from criminals but also keep the taxpayers in mind.
“We feel that Iowans safety is of utmost importance and necessity,” said Rep. Lukan. “It would be irresponsible of the Legislature to raid the Rebuild Iowa Infrastructure Fund at a time when there are so many infrastructure needs, including new prison facilities. If the $90 million was left in the RIIF, all prison projects could be funded within three fiscal years.”
Public Safety | February 4, 2008
