Women, Work and the Iowa Economy, September 2008

Women play a substantial and crucial role in the Iowa economy. Women make up almost half the labor force, participating in the labor force at one of the highest rates in the nation. At the same time, disparities persist as to women���s prospects for success in that same economy. For instance, although women in Iowa are more likely than men to receive post-secondary education, they are also more likely to be in poverty and to earn a lower wage than male peers. The ���gender gap,��� the difference between male and female wages, is a much-discussed but often misunderstood tool that helps measure women���s success in the workforce. Women���s median wages are lower than men���s median wages largely because of differences in male and female occupations and work history, although gender discrimination in the workforce also plays a role. This report investigates Iowa���s gender gap in ways that clearly show both its causes and effects and suggests policy responses that could ensure women���s full and equal participation in Iowa���s economic future. Understanding the differences between men���s and women���s experiences in the state economy is important for developing policies that can effectively address barriers to economic success for all Iowans.

Driving Retirement Planning and making it work, August 2, 2007

The value of driving We as Americans - and especially as Iowans - value the independence of getting around in our own vehicles and staying connected with our families and communities. The majority of older Iowans enjoy a more active, healthy and longer life than previous generations. Freedom of mobility shapes our quality of life. With aging, driving becomes an increasing concern for older Iowans and their families. How we deal with changes in our driving ability and, eventually, choose when and how to retire from driving, will affect our safety and our quality of life.

Nursing Facility Accountability Measure Work group Membership List, March 19, 2009

Recognize facilities that provide quality of life and appropriate access to medical assistance program beneficiaries in a cost-effective manner. Each measure is intended to represent nursing facility characteristics in each of the four domains.

Meskwaki Tribal Court Interim Study Committee : final report, 2007

This is the final report on the Meskwaki Tribal Court Study Committee that was charged with continuing the work from previous legislative sessions to determine the proper manner for the Iowa Court system to recognize civil judgements, decrees, and orders issued by the Meskwaki Tribal Court.