HF 39 Iowa House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A bill for an act relating to local governments by modifying individual property tax statements mailed to owners and taxpayers, and requiring notifications by mail of bond issuances.

HF 39 modifies how local governments communicate property tax changes and bond issuances to residents. Starting July 1, 2026, property tax statements mailed to owners must show a side-by-side comparison of current year taxes versus the estimated taxes for the next year, including the percentage change. For bond issuances (e.g., for infrastructure projects), local governments must mail written notice to every eligible voter, including the bond amount, project purpose, estimated cost, and the specific annual tax increase for a $100,000 home. This directly affects property owners receiving tax bills and voters in counties/cities issuing bonds, requiring clearer financial transparency before bond votes.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025 Last action Jan 21, 2025
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Jan 16, 2025
Legislature · Passed
Subcommittee Meeting: 01/21/2025 12:00PM House Lounge.
legislature
Jan 15, 2025
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee: Thompson, M., Bloomingdale and Wichtendahl.
lower
Jan 14, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, referred to Local Government.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Bill Gustoff
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