HF 221 Iowa House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A bill for an act relating to the issuance of bonds by school districts by limiting the amount offered for sale.

HF 221 limits school districts' bond issuances for capital projects approved after July 1, 2025, to 80% of the project's total cost. This means districts must cover the remaining 20% of project expenses through non-bond funding sources, such as existing reserves or other revenue streams. The bill directly affects school districts planning new construction or major improvements, requiring them to secure alternative funding for a portion of project costs rather than relying solely on bond sales. It applies specifically to projects where voter approval occurs after the specified date.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2025 Last action Feb 27, 2025
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Committee
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Feb 27, 2025
Legislature · Passed
Subcommittee recommends passage.
legislature
Feb 26, 2025
Legislature · Passed
Subcommittee Meeting: 02/27/2025 8:30AM House Lounge 2.
legislature
Feb 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee: Shipley, Gjerde and Hayes.
lower
Feb 6, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, referred to Education.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Josh Meggers
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