Republicans and Democrats say finding a long-term source of money for water quality efforts is a priority for the 2018 Iowa legislative session — and they expect quick action. It’s still a matter of debate, though, as to WHICH policy option will be pursued. Senate President Jack Whitver of Ankeny acknowledges the House passed one approach LAST year, while the Senate approved a different one.
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Senate Democratic Leader Janet Petersen of Des Moines favors an approach that addresses pollution at the watershed level.
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The legislative leaders made their comments during a forum sponsored by the Greater Des Moines Partnership. It represents 23 chambers of commerce in central Iowa.