DES MOINES, IOWA (October 11, 2022) — Thousands of students across Iowa will cast ballots for their preferred congressional and gubernatorial candidates in the upcoming Iowa Youth Straw Poll. On Tuesday, October 25, two weeks before Election Day, Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate will poll students on their choices. More than 120 schools have registered to participate so far.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 11, 2022) — The Iowa Restaurant Association today announced Iowa Senator Chris Cournoyer as the trade group’s 2022 Legislator of the Year. Sen Cournoyer, who represents Iowa’s 49th Senate District, was a strong voice for the hospitality industry during the 2022 legislative session. Specifically, she shepherded much needed liquor license-reform through the legislative process.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 10, 2022) — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is helping Iowans register to vote ahead of the 2022 general election. His office mailed a postcard to approximately 47,000 Iowans who are eligible to vote, but not registered. The postcard includes instructions on how to register and a QR code the recipient can use to register online.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 7, 2022) — Rob Sand for Iowa announced the endorsement of 31 Republican, Libertarian, and self-described conservative leaders from across the state today. The list includes current and former elected officials and candidates, Republican Party of Iowa staffers, and private sector leaders.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 7, 2022) — The Roe Roe Roe Your Vote Rally will kick off at Schwiebert Park, 101 17th St, Rock Island, at 12PM this Saturday, October 8. The rally is sponsored by the Quad City Chapter of National Organization of Women (NOW). Voter registration, early voting, and other information will be available.

The program will begin with an original song by local activist and musician, Bethann Heidgerken.

Speakers include:

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 5, 2022) — Governor Kim Reynolds today announced a new grant opportunity intended to reduce language barriers in the workforce. The Iowa Language Learners Job Training Program will help employers provide sustained programs for English language instruction to support improved communication in the workplace.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 4, 2022) — October has been declared “Co-Op Month in Iowa” by Governor Kim Reynolds. In the proclamation, the Governor mentions:

DES MOINES, IOWA (September 29, 2022) — Governor Kim Reynolds and five other states have filed a 

DES MOINES, IOWA (September 28, 2022) — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate continues his “Voter Ready” outreach initiative by unveiling a fresh, updated website ahead of the November 8 general election. VoterReady.Iowa.gov is a one-stop shop for Iowa voters.

DES MOINES, IOWA (September 28, 2022) — On September 27, Governor Kim Reynolds announced the State of Iowa will end Fiscal Year 2022 with a balance of $1.91 billion in the General Fund, $830 million in reserve funds, and $1.06 billion in the Taxpayer Relief Fund.

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