A reorganization of Iowa’s magistrate system — moving it from county- to judicial district-based — has been approved by lawmakers and is on its way to Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk.

The Iowa House voted 92-0 Monday to pass a measure that would broaden how state law defines “grooming behavior” by school employees, potentially making it easier to identify them.

Gov. Reynolds says IPERS investigations won’t impact benefits as two officials are on leave. Lawmakers also pass first responder and grooming bills.

Gov. Reynolds says IPERS investigations won’t impact benefits as two officials are on leave. Lawmakers also pass first responder and grooming bills.

Iowa lawmakers are mulling a three-year contract with Tyler Technologies to gain more insight into local government budgeting as they move forward with property tax reform negotiations. 

New Iowa law streamlines foster parent training, aiming to recruit more families, reduce delays and better match children with stable homes.

Local government ID card programs, like the Johnson Co. Community ID, may soon be prohibited in Iowa with state legislation headed to Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk.