DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — As lawmakers struggle to complete their work and adjourn the legislative session, some wonder whether the best way to deal with a contentious health debate is to skip the matter for now and hold a special session later.

It’s been seven years since the Legislature held a special session, but they have been used sporadically over the years to address complex issues. The last time was in 2006, when the legislature returned in July to override a veto from then-Gov. Tom Vilsack of a bill that put new restrictions on the ability of local governments to seize private property. Other special sessions have dealt with tax votes and budget cuts.