| Culver Beats Branstad On Both Flood Recovery And Flood Damage Prevention; Branstad Failed After 1993 |
| Here are the details why Governor Culver has done a better job on both flood recovery and flood damage prevention than Terry Branstad did after the Flood of 1993 |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (July 28, 2010) |
| Update on Maquoketa River flooding and how you can help; my tour of the northern Cedar River basin; and the schedule for my upcoming bike tour and picnic on Sunday, August 22 |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (July 6, 2010) |
| An email update on floodplain and watershed developments, the 40th anniversary of Foundation 2, and other upcoming events with the Entrepreneurial Development Center, the Iowa Power Fund, and the Czech Museum. |
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| Rob Hogg Survey Response (Updated Feb. 15, 2010) |
| This is a summary of responses and comments in response to the recent legislative survey from Senator Rob Hogg. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (June 16, 2010) |
| Habitat for Humanity Build-A-Thon, upcoming flood events, and reflections on flooding in Nashville and the Battle of Shiloh. |
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| Hogg Calls On Army Corps For Flood Protection For Cedar Rapids |
| This is the letter Senator Rob Hogg wrote to the Army Corps of Engineers calling for flood protection for both sides of the Cedar River through Cedar Rapids and better watershed management to ensure the effectiveness of the flood protection. |
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| Hogg Named Outstanding Public Official By Iowa Corrections Association |
| The Iowa Corrections Association named Senator Rob Hogg the outstanding public official for 2010. A copy of the press release by the Sixth Judicial District Department of Community Corrections is available at this link. |
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| Energy and Environment Update (April 20, 2010) |
| A special Earth Day email update with upcoming events and a report on the legislative accomplishments in 2010 on energy and environmental issues |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (May 11, 2010) |
| Reports on a new community effort to overcome the achievement gap, flooding in Tennessee, Cool Congregations, and the upcoming Relay for Life |
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| 100 Accomplishments for 2010 Legislative Session |
| Here are 100 accomplishments of the 2010 legislative session in the areas of disaster recovery and prevention, economic recovery and business assistance, education, health and human services, public safety, veterans issues, family, consumer, senior, and poverty issues, energy and environment, and government reform and budget reductions. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (April 6, 2010) |
| A wrap up on the closing days of the legislative session. |
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| Rob Hogg Energy and Environment Update (March 1, 2010) |
| Pending bills, upcoming events, and individual action to combat future flooding |
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| 100 Selected Accomplishments in 2009 |
| This is the annual list of State Senator Rob Hogg on selected accomplishments by the state legislature. In 2009, there are accomplishments in disaster recovery and prevention, economic development and job assistance, energy and the environment, education, health care, public safety, veterans, seniors and consumers, and fiscal responsibility. |
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| Hogg Calls 2009 Legislature A Disaster Recovery Success |
| State Senator Rob Hogg calls the 2009 legislative session a disaster recovery success, including more than $400 million for disaster recovery for housing, business assistance, community infrastructure, and improved watershed management. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (May 7, 2009) |
| Legislative update on upcoming events and legislative accomplishments in 2009 to help Iowa businesses create jobs |
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| Rob Hogg Energy and Environment Update (January 19, 2010) |
| Bills on renewable energy, water quality, and watershed management and upcoming events. |
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| Hogg Calls For 1,000 Solar Projects (Nov. 14, 2009) |
| State Senator Rob Hogg called for legislation in 2010 for 1,000 solar projects to create clean energy jobs and put Iowa in the top ten states in solar power nationally |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Nov. 10, 2009) |
| Clean energy jobs can stimulate our economy and provide for long-term prosperity. This email update describes how Iowans can participate in the new clean energy economy. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (October 15, 2009) |
| State budget facts, legislative cuts, and how flood victims can get help even after the deadline for the Individual Unmet Needs Grant program. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (July 31, 2009) |
| Share your ideas to save state government money with Senator Hogg and the state government reorganization commission. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Oct. 1, 2009) |
| Floodplain and watershed management, Older Iowans Legislature, Iowa scores high for business, and other upcoming events |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (July 15, 2009) |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (June 3, 2009) |
| Upcoming Events June 4 through July 4 |
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| Hogg Calls For More Federal Help For Flood Recovery (March 16, 2009) |
| Senator Rob Hogg called on Congress and the Obama Administration to provide more federal assistance for flood recovery in a letter to Congressman Loebsack |
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| 100 Selected Accomplishments in 2008 |
| The Legislature had numerous accomplishments in 2008. This link lists 100 selected accomplishments, compiled by Senator Rob Hogg, in the areas of education, health care, economic development, energy, the environment, public safety, family and consumer issues, veterans, governmental improvement, and fiscal responsibility. |
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| Rob Hogg Energy and Environment Update (May 7, 2009) |
| Summary of legislative accomplishments in 2009 on energy and environmental issues |
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| Legislative Update (February 20, 2009) |
| Legislative update on Rebuild Iowa Committee, Governor Culver''''''''''''''''s bonding proposal, and local option sales tax vote |
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| Legislative Update (March 19, 2009) |
| Upcoming legislative events in Cedar Rapids, flood prevention bills, advocacy for federal flood relief, education funding, and mortgage foreclosure reform |
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| Flood Damage List and Flood Recovery Resources |
| As we begin to recover from the Flood of 2008, here is a list of contacts to help find assistance. Also, this includes a list of government buildings, nonprofits, and businesses that were adversely affected by the flood. Help Senator Hogg build the list to give to his state and federal colleagues by sending him an email at rob.hogg@legis.state.ia.us. |
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| Legislative Update (February 9, 2009) |
| Progress on rebuilding Iowa, contact information for the new Rebuild Iowa Office in Cedar Rapids, buyout forum on February 12, and other upcoming events. |
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| Energy and Environment Update (February 12, 2009) |
| Pending legislation and upcoming events related to energy and the environment |
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| Upcoming Flood Tour and Open Forum (Dec. 31, 2009) |
| Join State Senator Rob Hogg for a forum with flood-affected residents, businesses, and organizations on Monday, January 5, 2009, from 12:30 to 1:45 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 400 Third Avenue SW, in Cedar Rapids, and his legislative preview on Thursday, January 8, from 6:30 to 7:30 at Four Oaks-The Bridge, 2100 First Avenue NE, in Cedar Rapids. |
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| Legislative Update (Jan. 16, 2009) |
| The first email update of state senator Rob Hogg, focusing on flood recovery and Governor Culver''''s bonding proposal to rebuild Iowa''''s infrastructure |
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| Seventy Accomplishments in 2007 |
| Read the list of seventy accomplishments by the 2007 legislature as presented by Senator Rob Hogg to a Cedar Rapids Kiwanis Club and since updated. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Dec. 9, 2008) |
| Committee assignments for 2009-2010, budget outlook, and information on watershed management. |
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| Rob Hogg 2006 Annual Report |
| Annual Report on the Legislative Session for 2006 including Significant Accomplishments and Key Bills and Amendments |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Nov. 9, 2008) |
| Preview of the 2009 legislative session, ribbon cutting for new community corrections mental health facility, and upcoming events |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Oct. 14, 2008) |
| Information on how to apply for Jump Start funds, the state''''''''''''''''s Green Streets program and Energy Independence Plan, and upcoming events |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (June 9, 2008) |
| Thanks to the leadership of State Rep. Art Staed and others, the Cedar Rapids Community Schools were awarded a $1.6 million state grant today to provide voluntary preschool to 487 four-year-olds. Read about the grant and other legislative accomplishments and upcoming events. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Sept. 16, 2008) |
| The most recent email newsletter from State Senator Rob Hogg on the new Jump Start programs for flood recovery, contact information for the Rebuild Iowa office, thoughts on the special session, and upcoming events |
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| How to Apply for Jump Start Assistance (Sept. 30, 2008) |
| How homeowners, nonprofits, and businesses can apply for state Jump Start assistance to recover from flood damage |
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| A New Vision for Iowa Rivers (Oct. 17, 2008) |
| This guest opinion by Senator Rob Hogg co-authored with Senator Joe Bolkcom appeared in the Des Moines Register on October 17, 2008. It spells out a new post-flood vision for Iowa rivers to manage floods and provide biomass resources, clean water, and recreational opportunities. |
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| Flood Survey |
| Here is the flood survey and a summary of the responses received through September 1 from State Senator Rob Hogg. To share your ideas, read the survey here, and email your responses to rob.hogg@legis.state.ia.us. |
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| Global Warming and the Flood of 2008 (July 9, 2008) |
| State Senator Rob Hogg shares his views on global warming''''s impact on the Flood of 2008, and rebuilding in light of the impact on global warming on future flooding |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Aug. 6, 2008) |
| Senator Hogg calls for reallocating $70 million from a new state office building project to flood recovery, and for a more comprehensive state plan to rebuild Iowa safer, stronger and more sustainable than before. You can help by sharing your ideas for state assistance and resource re-allocation. |
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| Campaign Information |
| Although Senator Rob Hogg is not on the ballot this year, there is plenty of campaign activity with important races for county supervisor, sheriff, state legislature, Congress, and President. You can reach the Linn County Democrats at 1229 First Avenue SE in Cedar Rapids, or by phone at 362-1155. |
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| Rob Hogg Energy and Environment Update (May 1, 2008) |
| This is an energy and environment udpate from Rob Hogg with major accomplishments in 2008 and upcoming events |
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| Rob Hogg Education Update (May 1, 2008) |
| A summary by Senator Rob Hogg of some of the accomplishments on education by the Legislature in 2008. |
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| Rob Hogg Monthly Energy Report |
| Each of us can do our part to limit global warming, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, and reduce the costs of energy. The first step is to become more energy conscious. This is the Rob Hogg monthly energy report. |
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| Responding to the Cedar Rapids Flood Emergency |
| If you have lost your home or suffered other damage in the flood, you may be eligible for assistance. For Iowa assistance, call 877-937-3663 or visit dhs.iowa.gov. For National FEMA assistance, call 800-621-FEMA (800-621-3362). |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Mar. 20, 2008) |
| Senator Rob Hogg provides an update on key issues in the last month of the legislative session. |
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| Rob Hogg Energy & Environment Update (April 10, 2008) |
| This is an update on energy and environmental issues pending in the Legislature in its final week in 2008 |
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| Rob Hogg Energy Independence Plan Comments |
| State Senator Rob Hogg asks the office of energy independence to prepare a plan that would create thousands of "green jobs" through renewable energy and save Iowans $9 billion over 10 years through energy efficiency. |
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| Rob Hogg Energy & Environment Update (Feb. 19, 2008) |
| This update reviews key energy and environmental bills pending in the Legislature. Contact your legislators to share your thoughts about these pending bills. |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Feb. 13, 2008) |
| This is a legislative update from State Senator Rob Hogg about selected key issues pending in the Iowa Legislature. |
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| Rob Hogg Energy & Environment Update (1/16/08) |
| A legislative energy and environmental update from State Senator Rob Hogg |
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| 2008 Legislative Preview Email Update (Oct. 15, 2007) |
| In an email update, Rob Hogg previews the 2008 legislative session and provides information about upcoming events including a forum on the state energy plan October 22. |
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| Presidential Candidate Contacts and Caucus Information |
| Check here for local contact information for Presidential campaigns and caucus locations in Senate District 19 |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Nov. 9, 2007) |
| Presidential candidate visits, upcoming fundraiser for Art Staed, and other upcoming events. |
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| Hogg Releases 5,000 Green Jobs Proposal |
| September 21 - State Senator Rob Hogg releases a renewable energy proposal to create 5,000 green jobs, strengthen our economy, and meet our obligations for the environment and future generations |
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| Hogg Calls for Energy Savings of $9 Billion over 10 Years |
| State Senator Rob Hogg, co-chair of the legislative energy efficiency interim committee, is calling for energy policies to help Iowans save $9 billion over 10 years through energy efficiency and energy conservation |
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| Rob Hogg 2007 Annual Report |
| This is the annual report of State Senator Rob Hogg on the 2007 legislative session. |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (July 10, 2007) |
| A review of upcoming events, how to contact local Presidential campaigns, and interim committees on the criminal code and energy efficiency. |
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| Summary of Climate Change Science (2007) |
| Senator Rob Hogg summarizes the current 2007 science about global warming and its resulting climatic changes. This summary is based on a presentation he made recently to representatives of labor and management in the utility industry. |
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| Senator Rob Hogg Responds to Gazette's "Pro-Coal" Editorial |
| Senator Rob Hogg submitted this letter to the Gazette explaining why the Gazette "pro-coal" editorial position was wrong in light of current science on climate change |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Feb. 15, 2007) |
| Rob Hogg''''''''''''''''s legislative update on the Iowa Power Fund, health care, education, corridor issues, public safety, and upcoming events |
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| Rob Hogg Legislative Update (Mar. 14, 2007) |
| An update on legislative action |
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| Rob Hogg Energy & Environment Update (Apr. 2, 2007) |
| Energy policy bills pending in the Iowa Legislature |
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| Rob Hogg Education Update (April 12, 2007) |
| A review of the education budget in the 2007 legislature |
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| Comprehensive Energy Proposal (Feb. 7, 2006) |
| Comprehensive Energy Policy Needed For Iowa Economy, Our Consumers, And Future Generations |
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| Rob Hogg Energy & Environment Update (Feb. 27, 2007) |
| Rob Hogg''''''''''''''''s energy and environment update with pending bills |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update - Start of the 2007 Session |
| State Senator Rob Hogg''''''''''''''''s email update on the start of the 2007 legislative session. If you would like to receive these emails directly, please send an email to rob.hogg@legis.state.ia.us and ask to be added to his email update list. |
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| Rob Hogg Energy & Environment Update (Feb. 9, 2007) |
| State Senator Rob Hogg''''''''''''''''s energy and environmental update highlights the proposed Iowa Power Fund |
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| Rob Hogg - Record of Accomplishments |
| Here are 36 specific legislative accomplishments - for economic development, health care, education, public safety, veterans, seniors, and the environment - by State Rep. Rob Hogg since 2003. |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Dec. 17, 2006) |
| Information about Rob Hogg''''''''''''''''s upcoming Holiday Reception and Legislative Preview on January 5 and other upcoming events |
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| Rob Hogg Election Wrap-Up Email Update |
| State Rep. Rob Hogg''''''''''''''''s email update reporting on the results of the 2006 election and listing upcoming events. If you would like to be added to his email updates, please send an email to robhogg@earthlink.net. |
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| Rob Hogg's Responses to False Negative Advertisements |
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| 2005 Legislative Report |
| Annual Report on 2005 Legislative Session, including public safety, education, health care, and economic development, and selected bills and amendments by State Rep. Rob Hogg |
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| Time Check Levee |
| Rep. Hogg''''s Report On Need For New Time Check Levee |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (April 3, 2006) |
| Infrastructure Bill Review; Final Budget Debate Over Education, Seniors, And Energy Policy |
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| Rob Hogg Education Update (April 6, 2006) |
| Education Issues In The Final 2006 Budget Debate |
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| 2006 In-Session Report (January 2006) |
| State Rep. Hogg's 2006 In-Session Report. |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (April 27, 2006) |
| The House Democrats' proposal to end the session with fiscally responsible support for kids AND seniors. |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Mar. 7, 2006) |
| Time Check levee, personal allowances in nursing homes, medicaid funding, and more. Forum on 3/18 at Mercy Hospital! |
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| Rob Hogg Environment Update (Mar. 2, 2006) |
| You can help! Three amendments to support. |
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| Rob Hogg Education Update (Mar. 2, 2006) |
| Teacher pay, class size, after school programs and more. |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Feb. 1, 2006) |
| Energy Policy ... Tax Cut for Seniors ... and other important legislation that didn't make the headlines. |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Jan. 10, 2006) |
| The State of the State and proposals for the year. |
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| Rob Hogg Education Update (Jan. 19, 2006) |
| Contact the legislature now about this year's education policies and budget! |
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| Hogg Announces Run For State Senate |
| Hogg announces candidacy for state senate in email update to supporters and constituents. |
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| Media Advisory: Clean Water Tour |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Nov. 10, 2005) |
| Join us in welcoming Sen. Gronstal, Senate co-leader from Council Bluffs, at the African-American Historical Museum and Cultural Center! |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Oct. 24, 2005) |
| State Rep. Rob Hogg's email update on his agenda for improving Iowa's economy to help provide good jobs that pay living wages and health benefits in the 2006 legislative session. |
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| Rob Hogg Email Update (Jan. 3, 2006) |
| Legislative Preview and Upcoming Events |
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| Hogg Proposes Renewable Fuels Package (January 30, 2006) |
| Iowa's opportunity to lead our nation's energy future. |
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| 15 in 5 Comments |
| State Rep. Rob Hogg proposes 15 projects to be achieved in five years in Cedar Rapids. |
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| Education Update 1.13.05 |
| 4% Allowable Growth considered this Tuesday! |
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| Legislative Update 1.24.05 |
| 4% Allowable Growth: good but not sufficient. Economic Development package for small businesses. |
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| Legislative Update 1.11.05 |
| Condition of the State. A new seat and phone number! |
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| Legislative Update 12.01.04 |
| A seat on the Education Committee! |
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| Legislative Update 3.3.05 |
| Repayment Plan. Early Childhood bill news. |
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| Education Update 3.3.05 |
| Early Childhood hearing 3.7.05 |
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| Legislative Update 4.11.05 |
| Budget battles: no money for sex offender measures, raiding Senior Living Trust Fund, more. Forum: April 16, 10:30am at Mercy. |
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| Legislative Update 3.31.05 |
| Education Budget and more. |
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| Environment Update 3.16.05 |
| Clean water. Bottle bill. And more! |
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| Legislative Update 5.5.05 |
| A chance to play like a team! Urge legislators to support the tobacco tax increase for public health, the funding increases for education and public safety, and the bipartisan initiatives for renewable energy and clean water. |
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| Education Update 2.2.05 |
| Education in the Governor's Budget. School Finance Formula. After-school Programs. |
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| Legislative Update 2.15.05 |
| Conservation Caucus formed. Cigarette Tax discussion. |
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| Education Update 2.24.05 |
| Make some noise for quality education! Hogg introduces early ed bill. |
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| Goals as a State Legislator |
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| Ten Point Plan to Strengthen Iowa's Economy |
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