DES MOINES, IOWA (March 13, 2019) — Iowa’s high-school graduation rate edged up in 2018 to an all-time high of 91.4 percent, underscoring long-term progress, according to figures released today by the Iowa Department of Education.

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 12, 2019) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement after the Senate voted to pass SF 237, reforming Iowa’s judicial nominating system:

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 12, 2019) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement regarding the EPA’s release of the proposed rule to allow the year-round sale of 15 percent ethanol blends:

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 12, 2019) — Today at her weekly press conference, Governor Kim Reynolds announced a new application for felons to have their voting rights restored. The governor also reiterated her support for a constitutional amendment to permanently restore the voting rights of felons who have completed their sentence.

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 8, 2019) — Governor Kim Reynolds and Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg on Friday released their public schedules for Monday, March 11 — Sunday, March 17, 2019.

The following events are open to credentialed members of the media:

 

Monday, March 11

Gov Reynolds signs Agriculture Innovation Week Proclamation

Governor’s Office

Iowa State Capitol

2PM

 

Tuesday, March 12

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 6, 2019) — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds highlighted a dynamic model designed to solve skilled workforce issues at the state level. The innovative initiative is called Future Ready Iowa. The governor was participating in the American Workforce Policy Advisory Board’s first meeting in Washington DC.

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 6, 2019) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement after the Iowa House Judiciary Committee unanimously passed, House Study Bill 68, a joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Iowa Constitution to restore the voting rights of felons:

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 1, 2019) — Governor Kim Reynolds and Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg on Friday released their public schedules for Monday, March 4 — Sunday, March 10, 2019.

The following events are open to credentialed members of the media:

 

Monday, March 4

Gov Reynolds holds Executive Council Meeting

Robert D Ray Conference Room

Governor’s Office

Iowa State Capitol

10AM

 

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 1, 2019) — Gov Kim Reynolds announced additional appointments to Iowa’s boards and commissions today. The following appointments are subject to Senate confirmation:

 

Accountancy Examining Board

Allen Kockler, Nevada Michelle O'Niell, Waukon Courtney DeRonde, Pella

 

Commission on Aging

Carole Dunkin, De Witt Suzanne Heckenlaible, Ankeny Steve Van Oort, Ankeny

 

Iowa Autism Council

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 27, 2019) — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds reaffirmed her vision for preparing Iowans for dynamic careers and lifelong learning by continuing to connect workforce, STEM, and workplace partnerships. This year’s Future Ready Iowa Summit titled, “STEM Education + Workplace Partnerships,” takes place on April 30, 2019, at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. The Governor’s STEM Advisory Council will be hosting the event.

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