As Iowa legislative session passes 100th day, here’s what’s left on leaders’ agendas [Video]

Caleb McCulloughJournal Des Moines Bureau

DES MOINES — Iowa’s majority Republican lawmakers are angling for a quick wrap-up to this year’s legislative session, as they look toward funding the state government and cutting taxes, along with the last remaining policy items on their agenda.

Tuesday marked the 100th day of the legislative session and the last day lawmakers will receive their per diem allowance, which is usually the goal for gaveling out for the year, though the session often goes over that deadline.

But lawmakers are optimistic they will hammer out final agreements between the Republican-controlled House and Senate, as well as the governor’s office, in the coming days.

“We’re going to continue to press as fast as possible to get through session,” House Speaker Pat Grassley said last week. “…I’m not going to make a prediction, but a lot of progress — while it may not feel like it, seeing it happen through legislation. …