HF 2347 requires public health agencies and schools in Iowa to include clear information about medical and religious exemptions to vaccine requirements in specific communications. This includes posting exemption details on agency and school websites, including them in registration materials for schools and childcare centers, and sharing them directly with parents or guardians when schools or health agencies communicate about immunization recommendations. The bill directly affects public health agencies, schools, childcare centers, and parents/guardians of students enrolled in these institutions. It does not change exemption eligibility but mandates consistent, accessible disclosure of existing exemption options through multiple channels. The policy ensures families receive standardized information about vaccine exemptions when enrolling children or receiving health communications.
HF 2354 creates a new "alcoholic liquor direct shipper license" allowing alcohol manufacturers to ship directly to Iowa residents aged 21+ for personal use. Manufacturers producing under 150,000 proof gallons annually may ship unlimited quantities per person, while larger producers are limited to 9 liters per person yearly. The bill requires a $25 license fee, registration of products with Iowa, clear labeling stating "SIGNATURE OF PERSON AGE 21 OR OLDER REQUIRED," and remittance of 50% of wholesale prices to the state. It directly affects alcohol manufacturers seeking to sell directly and Iowa consumers purchasing such shipments.
HF 2351 standardizes the design for certain military-themed license plates in Iowa, allowing eligible owners to request a specific navy-blue top and red bottom plate with a white space for license numbers and a gray bald eagle image. It directly affects Iowans who qualify for military special plates, such as Purple Heart, Gold Star, Veterans, or combat badge plates. The bill permits both new applicants and current plate holders to exchange qualifying plates for this standardized design at no additional cost. This change aligns the appearance of these military plates with the existing "Flying Our Colors" plate design.
HF 2346 modifies Iowa law regarding substance use disorder evaluations for individuals convicted of operating while intoxicated (OWI). The bill removes the current requirement that these evaluations must occur "prior to sentencing," changing the timing of when the evaluation must be completed. This directly affects OWI offenders who would no longer need to undergo the evaluation before their sentencing hearing. The key change is solely procedural, altering the sequence of court processes without changing the requirement for the evaluation itself or its cost. The bill was introduced on February 9, 2026, and is pending further legislative action.
HF 2352 increases Iowa's minimum required auto insurance coverage for motor vehicle financial responsibility. It raises the limits to $50,000 for bodily injury or death of one person per accident, $100,000 for two or more people, and $50,000 for property damage. This applies to all drivers required to prove financial responsibility under Iowa law, including those leasing vehicles (under Chapter 321F) and rideshare drivers when not actively transporting passengers (under Chapter 321N). The bill updates statutory references to reflect these higher coverage amounts without changing other policy requirements.
This bill (HSB 695) allows Iowa pharmacists to dispense FDA-approved self-administered hormonal contraceptives (like pills, rings, or patches) to patients aged 18+ without a doctor’s prescription, under a standing order from the Department of Health. Pharmacists must complete training, conduct health screenings (blood pressure, risk assessment), and provide patient education on use, side effects, and follow-up care. It requires pharmacists to limit initial supplies to three months (up to twelve months after), refer patients needing medical care, and maintain records. The bill also mandates insurance coverage for these contraceptives without exclusion, aligning with FDA-approved methods and excluding abortion-inducing drugs.
This bill repeals a provision requiring Iowa's joint 911 service boards to reimburse the state's 911 program manager for costs related to delivering 911 call traffic to public safety answering points. It removes the current process where the program manager could request reimbursement and the boards were obligated to pay within 30 days. The change directly affects the 911 program manager and local joint 911 service boards by eliminating their financial obligation for these specific costs. The bill does not create new requirements but ends an existing reimbursement mechanism.
This bill increases Iowa's emergency communication service surcharge from $1.00 to $1.15 per month on eligible phone services, with annual 2% increases starting July 1, 2027. It temporarily reduces the percentage of surcharge funds allocated to joint 911 service boards from 60% to 55% through June 30, 2028 (or upon completion of next-generation 911 system transitions), after which allocations return to 60%. The bill also repeals a provision requiring joint 911 boards to reimburse the state for certain 911 call delivery costs. These changes directly affect phone service providers, customers paying the surcharge, and local 911 service boards managing emergency call systems.
HF 2112 allows licensed deer hunters in Iowa to use a registered drone to locate and retrieve a deer they have wounded while hunting. The hunter must dispatch the deer using their legal hunting method (as permitted by their license) and cannot use the drone to hunt other animals. Drones must be registered with both the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Federal Aviation Administration, and drone use on private property requires the landowner's consent. Violating these rules incurs a $250 fine. The bill specifically applies to hunters who have wounded a deer during a legal hunt.
SF 2033, the "Increasing Civic Proficiency in Higher Education Act," requires Iowa's regents universities (University of Iowa, Iowa State, and UNI) to mandate that all undergraduate students complete introductory survey courses in American history and American government. Each course must be worth at least three semester credits and fulfill social sciences or humanities requirements, while avoiding exclusive focus on specific subgroups. The requirement applies to students beginning enrollment in academic years starting July 1, 2028, and institutions must grant credit for equivalent prior coursework. Excluded are students in designated three-year degree programs, and the bill also directs university centers to designate qualifying courses and submit annual reports.
This bill establishes a licensing requirement for anesthesiologist assistants in Iowa. It requires individuals to complete an accredited education program, pass a certification exam, and obtain a license from the Board of Medicine to practice or use the title "anesthesiologist assistant." The law prohibits unlicensed practice and defines key terms like "supervising anesthesiologist" and "assist" to clarify the scope of work. This directly affects anesthesiologist assistants seeking to legally provide anesthesia care under physician supervision in Iowa.
HF 2170 requires the Iowa High School Athletic Association and Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union to establish minimum preseason and in-season roster sizes for all high school sports teams. Teams failing to meet these minimums cannot participate in official competitions sponsored by these organizations. Students who were on a roster the day before their team becomes ineligible due to low numbers may transfer to any public school within 30 miles for the rest of the season, without needing a formal transfer agreement. This transfer also satisfies residency requirements for athletic eligibility under state law.
