Kressig--Bob (State Representative)

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1 #PanthersVote kicking off tomorrow
Northern Iowan 115:9, p.2 		The Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) and other student organizations kicked off an on-campus campaign called #PanthersVote to raise political awareness in the lead-up to the November midterm elections; photo.
2 Gas tax stalls in Iowa legislature before starting
Northern Iowan 110:30, p.1 		The proposed Iowa gas tax would be used by the Department of Transportation to fix roadways and bridges. Many road projects are not receiving funding, and the tax may fix this problem. Some fear that the tax could have a negative impact in this economy.
3 Branstad's budget hits UNI issues
Northern Iowan 110:28, p.1 		UNI will receive an extra $8 million for the next two fiscal years, if Governor Branstad's 2015 budget is passed. This is not as much as UNI requested. Branstad also requested $32.9 million to renovate Schindler Education Center; photo.
4 Local legislators give update on issues at Iowa Capitol
Northern Iowan 109:51, p.1 		Legislators met at UNI to discuss funding for higher education and health care reform. There may be a 2.6 percent increase in funding from the state for the three Iowa public universities; photo.
5 NISG brings Iowa state legislators to UNI
Public Relations News Release 2012:265, p.1 		Northern Iowa student government will hold a legislative forum presented by a panel of Iowa state legislators. This event is free and open to the public.
6 BOR proposes increase in funding for UNI
Northern Iowan 109:40, p.1 		The Board of Regents discussed changes in the funding for the three universities in Iowa. They are talking about giving more funding to UNI, because more than ninety percent of UNI's students are from Iowa.
7 UNI gathers at Iowa Capitol
Northern Iowan 109:35, p.1 		UNI students, staff, and alumni joined the first ever "UNI Day" in Des Moines, Iowa. They shared UNI's story with legislators and expressed the importance of UNI; photo.
8 Half-Masted inspires laughter with 'Armando Diaz' and celebrity guests
Northern Iowan 109:26, p.6 		UNI comedy troupe Half-Masted gives successful show with guest performers from UNI and the community. Introduce "Armando" skit; photo.
9 Don't get comfortable
Northern Iowan 109:23, p.4 		Column advises not to let recent political triumph cause us to turn a blind eye or deaf ear to the actions of the present government. Democratic victory is a relief, but is not end of the struggles we face as a nation.
10 Obama, Kressig, Danielson, Braley, Rogers reelected
Northern Iowan 109:22, p.1 		Election results.
11 Students hit the road for Iowa's universities
Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.1 		Student led, nine stop tour of Iowa, shares the value of the state universities with Iowans. The tour kicked off with a rally at the Iowa State Fairgrounds; photo.
12 Students, faculty, community rally for education
Northern Iowan 108:45, p.1 		Scenes from a gathering to protest the budget cuts at UNI. State representatives urged the crowd to lobby for increased funding for education.
13 The future of UNI
Northern Iowan 108:43, p.4 		Representative Bob Kressig urges all in the district to contact legislators in support of UNI in the upcoming budget battle.
14 Danielson, community discuss cuts
Northern Iowan 108:41, p.1 		Elected officials hear responses from the community about the closing of Price Lab School. The community was strongly in favor of keeping the school; photo.
15 'Getting Covered' highlights benefits of Affordable Care Act
Northern Iowan 108:9, p.1 		New legislation allows students to remain on their parents insurance until age 26. The act also prevents insurance companies from cutting off coverage due to illness of high medical cost. The seminar was well received.
16 UNI commemorates 9/11 with flag planting ceremony
Northern Iowan 108:5, p.1 		Ten years ago terrorists attacked our country. UNI staff, students and community members placed flags in Lawther Field in memory of those killed that day; photo.
17 UNI hosts 2011 Sustainability Forum
Northern Iowan 107:53, p.1 		"Are We Making the Grade" was the focus of the Sustainability Forum. UNI is the only educational institution to receive a gold STARS rating. Sophomore Presidential Scholars introduced UNI Unplugged a year ago; photo.
18 'STOP THE CUTS'
Northern Iowan 107:43, p.1 		Regent's Day brought roughly two hundred fifty students to Des Moines. Students visited with legislators, hoping to hold the line on budget cuts aimed at higher education; photo.
19 For budget cuts, Regents schools not in the clear yet
Northern Iowan 107:42, p.1 		House File 45 has been modified and has passed both the House and Senate. The bill addresses saving money now and in the future. It establishes a budget transparency database.
20 More cuts on the way?
Northern Iowan 107:30, p.1 		Iowa House of Representatives has passed a bill that could potentially cut $1.6 million from the University budget this fiscal year. Larger classes, higher tuition, and fewer class offering could result; photo.
21 Letter to the editor
Northern Iowan 107:16, p.12 		Students urged to vote for Bob Kressig and Doris Kelly; for retention of the Iowa Supreme Court justices; and against the constitutional convention in the upcoming election.
22 Election 2010
Northern Iowan 107:13, p.1 		Candidates from both major parties for governor, senator, and state and federal representative share their views on same-sex marriage, energy, the economy, and education.
23 Remember that voting is local, too
Northern Iowan 105:12, p.5 		Believes that elections for the U. S. Senator, Congressman, State Senator, and State Representative have real influence in keeping educational quality up and tuition and student loan costs down.
24 John Edwards justifies education
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.1 		Presidential candidate John Edwards spoke on his views on education; photo.