The Register had the story this morning that Governor Culver would be signing the minimum wage increase this afternoon, that would incrimentaly raise it to $7.25/hr by January 2008.

I just got back from the Captiol about half an hour ago after attending the signing and it was very gratifying to see the Governor (GOVERNOR CULVER!!) sign his first bill into law. Also amazing was the support of the both Houses; 79-19 in the House and 40-8 to give a raise to over 100,000 hard working Iowans.

Also, happy birthday to Governor Culver, as he turns 41 today.