A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the judicial branch.

This bill appropriates funding for the Iowa judicial branch for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, covering salaries, operational expenses, and specific programs for juvenile services. It allocates over $203 million for judicial staff and operations, $3.6 million for jury and witness fees, and additional funds for juvenile court services and graduated sanctions. The legislation establishes rules for distributing juvenile service funds among districts, prohibits courts from ordering counties to pay for state-funded juvenile services, and requires the judicial branch to use existing state financial systems while submitting monthly budget reports. Furthermore, certain funds designated for juvenile services will not revert at the end of the fiscal year but will remain available for use until the close of the 2029 fiscal year.