Highlights in this edition:

• House Passes Legislation on Work and Nutrition Assistance
  • House File 748 will reduce the dependence of low-income Iowans on public assistance and will help them move up the economic ladder.
  • House File 970 requires healthy food based on necessary nutrition in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program which serves low income Iowans who are disproportionately affected by obesity
• Protecting Human Trafficking Victims, Stopping Human Smuggling
  • House File 572 defines what qualifies as smuggling, including using vehicles transport individuals while concealing them from law enforcement
• House Republicans Strengthen Election Integrity
  • 277 noncitizens were registered to vote
• Property Tax Cut for Childcare Centers
  • When costs go down for childcare centers, more slots open and prices are more affordable

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