Highlights in this edition:

• Choose Iowa Food Purchasing Pilot Program for Schools
  • The program connects Iowa schools with local farmers and small businesses
• House Advances Mental Health Legislation
  • HF 509 adds autism coverage under the hawk-i program
• HF 472 Protects the Free Speech of Iowans
  • If someone attempts to sue an individual for sharing thoughts or opinions, there is an option to ask the court to quickly dismiss the lawsuit
• Nuisance Goose Legislation Moves Ahead
  • Geese will be aligned with other nuisance animals such as raccoons, opossums, and skunks

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