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IDALS Issues Statement on USDA Confirmation of Pseudorabies in Swine Herds in Iowa & Texas

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig issued a statement about confirmed cases of the pseudorabies virus in swine herds in Iowa and Texas.

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April 30, 2026
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SBA Deadline Approaching for Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by March Storm

The SBA is reminding eligible private nonprofit organizations in Iowa of the Feb. 23, 2026 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans.

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January 22, 2026
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Gov. Reynolds announces disaster proclamation for HPAI in Hamilton County

Gov. Reynolds authorized a disaster proclamation for Hamilton County effective immediately.

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December 2, 2025
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Gov. Reynolds signs disaster proclamation at her desk.
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Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Scott County in response to severe weather

Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Scott County in response to severe weather that occurred on July 10, 2025.

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July 14, 2025
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Gov. Reynolds signs disaster proclamation at her desk.
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DHS Issues National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

DHS issued a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin regarding a heightened threat environment across the United States.

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June 23, 2025
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National Terrorism Advisory System: www.DHS.gov/advisories NTAS Bulletin: Describes current developments or general trends regarding threats of terrorism. NTAS Elevated Alert: Warns of a credible terrorism threat against the U.S. NTAS Imminent Alert: Warns of a credible, specific and impending terrorism threat against the U.S.
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Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Osceola & Palo Alto Counties

Gov. Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Osceola & Palo Alto Counties in response to severe weather that occurred on June 11, 2025. 

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June 13, 2025
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Official document with gold seal.
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SBA Offers Relief to Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by March Storms

The SBA announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to Iowa private nonprofit organizations affected by the March 19 severe winter storm.

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June 9, 2025
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Gov. Reynolds signs SF 619, disaster relief bill into law

Governor Kim Reynolds signed SF 619, a disaster assistance bill, into law.

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April 22, 2025
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Collage of tornado damage and flooding in Iowa with quote, "Today, I sign this legislation to streamline our disaster assistance process & make it easier for Iowans to get the help they need as soon as possible.” --Gov. Reynolds
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Gov. Reynolds issues statement on Iowa House & Senate passing disaster assistance bill

Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to the Iowa House and Senate passing SF 619.

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April 17, 2025
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Tornado damage and flooding disasters from 2024. Gov. Reynolds photo and quote, “I look forward to signing the disaster relief bill when it gets to my desk, helping protect Iowans from future emergencies.”
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SBA Relief Still Available to Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by April Storms

The SBA is reminding eligible private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Iowa of the April 21, 2025, deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans.

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March 21, 2025
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Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 5 counties impacted by severe winter weather

Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for five counties in response to severe winter weather that occurred on March 19, 2025.

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March 20, 2025
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image of a snow plow on a snow covered street
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Gov. Reynolds announces disaster proclamation for HPAI in Buena Vista County

Gov. Kim Reynolds authorized a disaster proclamation for Buena Vista County, Iowa effective immediately through April 13, 2025.

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March 14, 2025
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SBA Relief Still Available to Iowa Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by June Storm

SBA Relief Still Available to Iowa Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by June Storm Deadline to apply for economic injury loans approaching

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March 7, 2025
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SBA Relief Still Available to Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by May Storms

The SBA is reminding eligible private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Iowa of the March 27, 2025, deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans.

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February 28, 2025
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SBA Relief Still Available to Iowa Small Businesses & Private Nonprofits Affected by Summer Storms

SBA relief is still available to Iowa small businesses & private nonprofits affected by severe storms, flooding, & tornadoes that occurred June 16-July 23.

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February 24, 2025
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