IOWA CITY, IOWA (March 8, 2019) — In a historic win for transgender rights in Iowa, the Iowa Supreme Court today ruled that Iowa’s Medicaid program may not categorically discriminate against transgender people seeking gender-affirming, medically necessary care.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (March 8, 2019) — Selecting a long-term care option for a loved one is without a doubt one of the most difficult decisions a family will make. How do you know if you are selecting the right care-option to meet their needs? Once you decide on an option, how do you know for sure they are getting the care you expect?

WASHINGTON DC (March 8, 2019) —

Patient Affairs Staff (PAS)

Food and Drug Administration

US Department of Health and Human Services

 

WASHINGTON DC (March 8, 2019) — Today, Representative Abby Finkenauer voted to crack down on big money in politics to rein in Washington's corrupt political system and make our government accountable to the American people again. With her vote, Rep Finkenauer helped to pass essential reforms to address dark money in politics, make voting more accessible and increase government transparency.

WASHINGTON DC (March 8, 2019) — Representative Dave Loebsack released the following statement today following House passage of HR 1, The For the People Act. This legislation will restore the promise of our nation’s democracy, end the culture of corruption in Washington, and reduce the role of money in politics to return power back to the American people.

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 8, 2019)  At 9:00–11:00AM on Wednesday, March 13, The Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC) will be making those featured in its #MentalHealthMattersIA video campaign available for interviews by the press to discuss why long-term, sustainable funding is needed now more than ever for the mental health and disability services (MH/DS) system in Iowa.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 8, 2019) — The Center for Active Seniors Inc (CASI) Bridal Garage Sale is Sunday, April 7, 11AM-2PM, at CASI, 1035 West Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA 52806. Soon-to-be brides can shop the various vendor stations as well as the garage-sale tables where past-brides and vendors are selling their wares.

WASHINGTON DC (March 8, 2019) — Reports suggest the Trump administration will release its FY 2020 budget in two parts, beginning next week.

With debt at post-war record highs, deficits expanding, sequester-level caps scheduled to return in the fall, and the debt-ceiling back in effect, the White House has the opportunity to lead on fiscal issues this year. Leadership should begin with a thoughtful and responsible budget proposal.

 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 8, 2019) — Gilda’s Club Quad Cities is excited to announce the following recipients, awarded $1,000 each, of the It’s Always Something Teen Essay Contest:

  • Gabriela Loiz, Davenport, Iowa
  • Ryan Lukkarinen, Muscatine, Iowa

One of the receiving students is a cancer survivor. The other was impacted by a family diagnosis.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 8, 2019) — The St Ambrose High-School E-sports Championship commences this Saturday.

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