DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Gov. Chet Culver said Tuesday he's using a series of broad emergency powers to direct millions of dollars toward flood relief but hasn't ruled out the chance of a special legislative session.While not taking the possibility of a special session off the table, Culver ticked off a series of steps that have already been taken to direct money to flood relief.
The state's executive council -- a panel of statewide elected officials that Culver heads -- on Monday directed $4 million to local communities for debris removal. And federal officials have announced the state will get $85 million for housing assistance.
"We are also looking at other ways we can free up financial resources," said Culver. "We're looking at all options on the table in terms of finding financial resources."
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