Columns from Rep. Ken Carlson, Iowa House District 13
Rep. Ken Carlson — From Where I Sit (April 2023)
Rep. Ken Carlson — From Where I Sit (March 2023)
Rep. Ken Carlson — From Where I Sit (February 2023)
Representative Ken Carlson — From Where I Sit (January 24, 2023)
Monday, January 23rd, was my first debate session. My first vote was related to House rules for the 90th General Assembly. The second vote related to adding a small piece for categoricals that may be used as the school wishes and for instructional sharing, extending the sunset of this good program to 2634. After a…
Read MoreRepresentative Ken Carlson — From Where I Sit (January 18, 2023)
The first week of the session was a challenge. Finding meeting rooms, learning decorum and expectations, introductions to representatives and senators, and finding restrooms were similar to, as many say, drinking from a 4” fire hose. I have definitely come to respect those who have served and are serving. The biggest challenge for the 90th…
Read MoreHouse Representative Ken Carlson — Legislative Preview (December 14, 2022)
Thank you to all who participated in the November general election. The Founders, Framers and Ratifiers of our Constitution are proud of you. Once the 90th General Assembly is called to attention on January 9th, I hope to inform you of the events in the House on a regular basis. The highlight so far has…
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