Governor Branstad Vetoes Gambling Bill

Published May 13, 2013

Governor Branstad Vetoes Gambling Bill

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“This voluntary ban option is an important part of Iowa's laws relating to responsible gaming.” The governor also vetoed House File 569, which created new license classifications for people involved in treating those affected by substance abuse. In his …
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Mentally ill and guns are a thorny issue

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For example, federal law enforcement agencies and the Iowa Department of Public Safety believe commitment for substance abuse treatment should put someone on the national database, but the Iowa courts do not. So Iowa does not report those …
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Substance abuse coalition showcased at conference

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Dubbed the "little coalition that could", the Mitchell County Substance Abuse Coalition is now known across the state of Iowa as an organization that can get things accomplished. Members of the coalition recently … The Governor's conference is a …
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