07 Aug 2017

Gov. Reynolds thanks Alliant Energy for plugging into Iowa

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds thanked Alliant Energy Thursday after the company announced its plans for another major wind investment.

“Iowa is a renewable energy powerhouse because of companies like Alliant Energy plugging into our state.

“Today’s announcement, coupled with the company’s expansion proposal last year, represents a $1.8 billion investment in Iowa. I am thrilled Alliant wants to recharge our economy and help power growth.

04 Aug 2017

Gov. Reynolds congratulates Whirlpool on adding 500 new Iowa jobs

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds congratulated Whirlpool on Wednesday after learning of the company’s intention to hire at least 500 new Iowa workers by the end of August:

“Whirlpool’s hiring announcement this week is another in a string of victories for Iowa’s economy. We’re always looking for opportunities to build a better Iowa.

04 Aug 2017

Iowa Medicaid patients' satisfaction ranks second highest in nation

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Iowa Medicaid patients' satisfaction with the state's modernized program ranks second highest in the nation, according to results released earlier this week by JD Power, a global market research company.

Gov. Kim Reynolds reacted to news of the member satisfaction survey Thursday.

02 Aug 2017

Gov. Reynolds testifies before EPA on behalf of RFS

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds testified before the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tuesday morning on behalf of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Below are her remarks, as prepared for delivery:

“Good morning. Thank you for the opportunity to speak today on behalf of all Iowans regarding the importance of a strong Renewable Fuel Standard or RFS.

02 Aug 2017

Gov. Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Gregg call on EPA to raise biodiesel requirements in RFS

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg called on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to raise the 2019 biodiesel volume requirements in the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Wednesday morning at their administration’s weekly press conference.

01 Aug 2017

Gov. Reynolds announces new cyber training partnership for students

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds announced a new cyber training partnership between the SANS (SysAdmin, Audit, Network and Security) Institute and the State of Iowa on Monday.

High school juniors, seniors, community college and college students are encouraged to participate in CyberStart, an online game of discovery, and compete against students in six other states for $650,000 in scholarships.

25 Jul 2017

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for four additional counties

By Brenna Smith

Twelve counties now included in disaster proclamation for recent severe weather

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation Tuesday for Chickasaw, Dubuque, Floyd and Kossuth counties in response to severe weather, heavy rains and flash flooding on July 21-22.

24 Jul 2017

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for four more counties

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation Saturday for Bremer, Buchanan, Clinton and Johnson counties in response to severe storms, heavy rains and flash flooding on July 21-22.

The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather.

The proclamation also activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Program for qualifying residents of the four counties.

21 Jul 2017

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for four counties

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation Thursday for Allamakee, Clayton, Fayette and Winneshiek counties in response to severe weather on July 19.

The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of the severe weather. The proclamation also activates the Iowa Individual Assistance program for qualifying residents of the four counties.

18 Jul 2017

Gov. Reynolds named to NGA Executive Committee

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds was named to the National Governors Association (NGA) Executive Committee Tuesday. She was selected by her fellow governors at the NGA meeting in Providence, Rhode Island, last week.

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