Video: Our leader’s opening day remarks
In 2020, legislators can work together to “build healthier, happier, safer and stronger Iowa neighborhood for our parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren and our friends.”
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Senate Dem Leader’s opening day remarks
We have a chance to send more positive signals to our children that we want them to stay in Iowa after graduation. We can build safe, caring and vibrant neighborhoods for people of all ages by working together to get the job done.
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