Iowa Legislature Kicks Off With Republicans Focused on Tax Reform

The Iowa House and Iowa Senate gaveled in on Monday morning to launch the 2018 session of the 87th General Assembly with Republican leaders focused on tax reform during their opening remarks.

Priorities and Opportunities for the 2018 Iowa Legislative Session

The second year of the 87th Iowa General Assembly begins Monday, January 8th.  State Representative Steven Holt (R-Denison) highlights what he believes will be the main priorities this session.

Kramer Appointed as Advisor to Iowa Senate to Improve Workplace Culture

Iowa Senate Majority Leader Bill Dix announced he appointed former Ambassador Mary Kramer to assist efforts to improve the Iowa Senate’s workplace culture.

Opioids: A Growing Crisis of Addiction

Steven Holt: In the coming legislative session we will work with Governor Kim Reynolds to find ways to fight this growing public health hazard.

Reynolds Sets Iowa House District 82 Special Election for August 8

Following the death of State Rep. Curt Hanson, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds set the date of Iowa House District 82’s special election for August 8, 2017.

Iowa State Representative Curt Hanson Dead at 73

Iowa State Representative Curt Hanson (D-Fairfield), a member of the Iowa House since 2009, died at home on Friday. He was 73.

Iowa State Representative Greg Forristall Dies After Battle With Cancer

Iowa State Representative Greg Forristall (R-Macedonia), representing Iowa House District 22, died Wednesday afternoon after a battle with cancer.

How Conservative Was the Iowa Legislature in 2017?

Shane Vander Hart: To listen to the Iowa press and Democrats you would think the Iowa Legislature passed the mother lode for Iowa conservatives. Hardly.

Promises Kept This Legislative Session

State Representative Steven Holt (R-Denison): Promises were kept as we worked to advance freedom and opportunity for Iowans, based on our founding values.

14 Democrats Vote Against Ban on Monitoring Devices in Public Restrooms

14 Iowa House Democrats voted against a ban on monitoring devices in public restrooms and locker rooms in public schools, libraries, and government offices.

Iowa’s 20-Week Abortion Ban Heads to Governor Branstad’s Desk

The Iowa Senate passed the Iowa House’s amendment to the 20-week abortion ban 30 to 20 sending the bill to Governor Terry Branstad’s desk.

Iowa Legislature Lifts Decades-Old Fireworks Ban

Almost 80 years ago Iowa banned the sale and use of consumer-grade fireworks; the Iowa Legislature voted to lift the ban in time for the 4th of July.

Budgets, Bills and John Wayne

Steven Holt: Ths week in the Iowa House saw considerable progress on completing budgets, important legislation passed, and May 26th designated as John Wayne Day in Iowa.

What the Largest Gun Bill Passed in Iowa History Does

The Iowa Legislature passed the largest gun bill, HF 517, in Iowa History that codifies stand your ground legislation, as well as, several pro-gun measures.

Iowa House and Senate Release FY18 Budget Targets

Iowa House and Senate leaders announced joint budget targets for Fiscal Year 2018. The agreed upon budget plan spends $7.245 billion.

Unborn Lives Matter

Steven Holt: Unborn lives matter, and we must continue to work in Iowa House to protect the lives of unborn human beings.