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    "question": "What should I know about License Renewal in Iowa?",
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    "answer": "Every three years The license expires on the fifteenth day of the licensee’s birth month; renewal opens up to 60 days before expiration. 36 continuing-education hours per three-year cycle.",
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    "disclaimer": "Independent informational resource. Confirm current requirements with the responsible licensing authority."
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