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Iowa Republican senator faults Reynolds on steel plant deal
Foreign policyAn Iowa Republican senator says Gov. Reynolds negotiated a bad deal for a proposed billion steel plant.
The Ballot Iowa DeskOct 5, 2026
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News · IA
Iowa governor signs higher incentive cap for steel plant
Economy and jobsThe new law raises Iowa’s tax incentive ceiling for a steel plant valued at billion, expanding the amount the project may qualify for.
The Ballot Iowa DeskOct 4, 2026
News · IA
Iowa governor signs higher incentive cap for steel plant
Economy and jobsThe new law raises the tax-incentive ceiling connected to a steel plant valued at billion.
The Ballot Iowa Policy DeskOct 4, 2026
News · IA
Iowa PBS sets debate dates for major Iowa races
Elections and votingThe public broadcaster announced debate dates for Iowa governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate contests.
The Ballot Iowa News DeskSep 13, 2026