About this episode

The episode discusses proposed building codes, the nursing shortage in Iowa, and affordable housing projects in Des Moines.

Electricians are asking the governor to veto proposed building codes. There is a need for nurses in Iowa. And there are a couple affordable housing projects in Des Moines.

Topics covered

• building codes
• nursing shortage
• affordable housing
• Iowa politics

Keywords

• building codes
• nurses
• Iowa
• affordable housing
• Des Moines

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Des Moines

Places: Iowa

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