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News Release | Iowa PIRG | Health Care

Effective State Exchange Key to Lower Health Costs for Iowa Consumers

The most effective way for Iowa's policy-makers to address rising health care costs is by implementing a strong and independent health insurance exchange, according to the first in a new series of policy briefs released today by consumer advocacy group Iowa PIRG.

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News Release | Iowa PIRG Ed Fund | Democracy, Tax

Wells Fargo One of the 'Dirty Thirty'

With the second anniversary approaching of the Supreme Court case Citizens United rapidly approaching – it is clear that the floodgates to corporate political spending are open, and that Fortune 500 Companies are taking full advantage. A report released today by Iowa PIRG Education Fund and Citizens for Tax Justice reveals 30 of our nations most profitable corporations that spent more to lobby Congress than they did in taxes.

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News Release | Iowa PIRG Education Fund | Safe Energy

Nuclear Power a Bad Financial Bet for Iowa, New Report Says

A new report documenting the high financial risks of nuclear power was unveiled today by groups advocating that Iowa place its energy bets on other energy sources. The report, The Nuclear Gamble: Why Nuclear Power is a Bad Bet for Iowans, was released after the Legislature shelved a proposal last session to fund new nuclear plants but amid ongoing speculation that utilities and the nuclear industry will resume a push for nuclear power.

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News Release | Iowa PIRG | Consumer Protection

Survey Finds Toxic or Dangerous Toys on Store Shelves

Dangerous or toxic toys can still be found on America’s store shelves, according to a Iowa Public Interest Research Group (Iowa PIRG) 26th annual Trouble in Toyland report.

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News Release | Iowa PIRG | Consumer Protection, Transportation

New Report Outlines Problems with Red-Light and Speed Cameras

A new research report released today outlines problems with the growing trend among cities to outsource traffic enforcement to red-light and speed camera vendors.