Iowa Congressional Bills

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2025

S 1335: Secure Family Futures Act of 2025

This bill, titled misleadingly as the "Secure Family Futures Act of 2025," actually modifies tax rules for specific insurance companies, not family-related policies. It directly affects "applicable insurance companies" (defined as most domestic insurers not using special tax elections or foreign entities) by: (1) excluding their debt holdings (like bonds) from being counted as capital assets for tax purposes, and (2) allowing capital losses incurred by these companies to be carried forward over 10 years instead of the standard period. These changes apply to debt acquired and losses arising after December 31, 2025. The bill contains no provisions related to families, child welfare, or social programs.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2025

S 1340: Aid Accountability Act of 2025

S 1340, the Aid Accountability Act of 2025, strengthens penalties for violations of foreign aid rules under the Foreign Assistance Act. It directly affects federal employees handling aid and organizations receiving U.S. foreign assistance funds. Key provisions mandate termination and financial restitution for federal employees who knowingly violate aid rules, and permanently bar aid recipients from future federal funding after a violation. The Secretary of State must make final enforcement decisions, report violations to Congress within 60 days, and follow specific procedures for these determinations.

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 8, 2025

HR 2707: Protecting American Families and Servicemembers from Anthrax Act

This bill requires the Secretaries of Health and Human Services and Defense to develop a 10-year strategy within 180 days of enactment to maintain stockpiles of anthrax countermeasures (like treatments and vaccines) in the Strategic National Stockpile and for military personnel and families on U.S. bases. It mandates annual reports to Congress detailing anthrax threats from foreign adversaries and terrorist groups, government programs addressing these threats, and efforts to ensure countermeasures are available for military dependents abroad. The strategy must prioritize sustainable cooperation with manufacturers and address multidrug-resistant strains. The bill directly affects military personnel, their families, and civilians on military installations by strengthening anthrax defense capabilities.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Donald G. Davis (D) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 8, 2025

HR 2725: Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2025

The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2025 would reform the Low-Income Housing Credit program, which provides tax credits to developers of affordable housing. It would increase state allocations based on population with annual cost-of-living adjustments, modify tenant eligibility rules to allow higher income limits for some residents, and add protections for domestic violence victims in housing. The bill would simplify rules for rural and Native American housing projects, clarify credit eligibility requirements, and require greater transparency in program administration. These changes would directly affect developers, property owners, and low-income tenants in housing projects that receive LIHC tax credits.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

Darin LaHood (R) · 168 co-sponsors

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 8, 2025

HR 2729: Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act

HR 2729, the "Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act," creates a new temporary work visa category for carnival and circus workers. It directly affects mobile entertainment providers (like traveling carnivals, circuses, and affiliated food/game concession services) and their workers who perform essential tasks such as transporting, assembling, operating, and maintaining rides and equipment at seasonal fairs and festivals. The bill amends immigration law to define "mobile entertainment workers" as those entering temporarily for functions integral to these operations, subject to labor program requirements similar to other temporary work visas. It requires the Departments of Homeland Security and Labor to issue implementing rules within one year of enactment.

Topics ✓ Immigration

Zoe Lofgren (D) · 46 co-sponsors

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 8, 2025

HR 2711: Invest to Protect Act of 2025

The Invest to Protect Act of 2025 establishes a $50 million annual grant program (2027-2031) for local governments employing fewer than 175 law enforcement officers, including counties, municipalities, and Tribal governments. Grants fund de-escalation training, victim-centered domestic violence response training, evidence-based safety training for scenarios like mental health crises or active shooters, recruitment/retention bonuses (capped at 20% of salary), and mental health resources for officers. Recipients must report on program use, disclose bonus amounts publicly, and comply with audits to prevent misuse of funds. The bill aims to improve officer safety and community relations through targeted support for smaller law enforcement agencies.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

Josh Gottheimer (D) · 51 co-sponsors

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 7, 2025

S 1312: Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2025

S 1312 establishes a new Office of the Special Investigator within the USDA to investigate competition violations in the meat and poultry industry. The Special Investigator, appointed by the Secretary, will investigate packers and live poultry dealers for violations of the Packers and Stockyards Act (7 U.S.C. 181 et seq.) using tools like subpoenas and can bring civil or administrative actions against these regulated entities. The office must coordinate with the Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission, and Homeland Security on competition and security matters within the food sector. This bill directly affects meat and poultry processors and dealers regulated under the Packers and Stockyards Act, creating a dedicated USDA office with specific investigative and prosecutorial authority for competition issues.

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 7, 2025

S 1314: Travel Trailer and Camper Tax Parity Act

This bill changes the tax code to treat recreational travel trailers and campers the same as other qualifying property for tax purposes. It directly affects owners of trailers and campers designed for temporary living (like those used for camping or seasonal stays) that are towed by vehicles. The key provision amends the tax code to explicitly include these vehicles in the definition of property eligible for certain tax benefits. The change takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 7, 2025

HR 2695: Communities of Recovery Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill increases annual funding for community recovery programs under the Public Health Service Act from $5 million to $17 million per year, effective for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. It directly affects communities receiving federal support for substance use disorder and mental health services through existing grant programs. The key provision replaces previous funding levels (set for 2019-2023) with higher, extended funding for the next five years. This change provides greater financial support for local organizations addressing recovery needs without altering program requirements or eligibility.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 7, 2025

HR 2690: Improve Employer-Directed Skills Act

This bill amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to streamline employer-led training programs. It removes the requirement for one-stop operators to interview workers referred by employers for on-the-job training, provided the employer certifies the worker needs training and has the skills to succeed. Employers can now formally contract with local workforce boards to provide training, requiring agreements that specify program details, costs, credentials, and a commitment to hire participants after completion. The bill also updates terminology throughout the law to consistently use "employer-directed skills development" instead of "customized training."

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 7, 2025

HR 2660: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt qualified student loan bonds from the volume cap and the alternative minimum tax.

HR 2660 exempts certain student loan bonds issued by state or local governments from two tax restrictions: the federal volume cap (which limits bond issuance) and the alternative minimum tax (AMT). This means states and localities can issue more of these bonds to fund student loans without hitting the volume cap limit or facing AMT calculations. The bill defines "qualified student loan bonds" as those meeting specific criteria under existing tax code, ensuring the exemption applies only to bonds directly supporting student lending. This change aims to make it easier for governments to finance student loan programs by reducing tax barriers for the bonds they issue.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 4, 2025

SJRES 45: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Senate Joint Resolution 45 seeks to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would have allowed California to enforce its Advanced Clean Cars II vehicle emission standards. The resolution uses the congressional disapproval process under federal law to declare the EPA rule invalid, preventing California from implementing its stricter pollution controls for cars and trucks. If passed, this resolution would stop the rule from taking effect, meaning California could not override federal vehicle emission standards with its own requirements. The bill directly affects California's ability to set state-level environmental regulations for motor vehicles and the EPA's regulatory authority.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

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