Iowa Bills

signed · Iowa · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SF 572: A bill for an act prohibiting the licensure of certain entities of the People’s Republic of China, the Russian Federation, and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to establish, conduct, or maintain a hospital or health care facility.

This bill prohibits Iowa from issuing or renewing licenses for hospitals or health care facilities operated by entities from China, Russia, or North Korea. Specifically, it blocks licenses for government-owned entities from those countries, businesses where a majority is owned by such entities, or individuals who are citizens of those nations. The law applies to both hospitals (under Section 135B.3) and broader health care facilities (under Section 135C.6). It directly affects foreign government-linked businesses seeking to operate health care services in Iowa, with no exemptions for existing facilities. The policy change is limited to licensure requirements, not banning current operations.

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3193: A bill for an act relating to the taxation and regulation of alternative nicotine products and vapor products, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.

This bill establishes new definitions for "alternative nicotine products" and "vapor products" to include a wide range of non-tobacco items like e-cigarettes and their components, while excluding those already regulated as drugs or devices. It creates a dedicated state health care trust fund financed by taxes on these products and traditional tobacco, with a specific portion of the revenue allocated to pediatric cancer research and clinical therapy at the University of Iowa. Additionally, the legislation introduces an inventory tax for businesses holding stock of these products when tax rates increase and clarifies the roles of distributors, manufacturers, and wholesalers in the supply chain.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3192: A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the department of veterans affairs and the department of health and human services, including aging and disability services, behavioral health, public health, and community access and eligibility; the medical assistance program, state supplementary assistance, Hawki, and other health-related programs; family well-being and protection; state-operated specialty care; administration and compliance; prior appropriations; child welfare and juvenile justice decategorization; commitment or hospitalization of certain persons with mental illness or substance abuse disorders; child abuse prevention; creation of a comprehensive family support program; and repeal of expenditure projections for state child care assistance and adoption subsidy programs; and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

SSB 3192 allocates state funding to the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Health and Human Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support services for veterans, seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals with behavioral health needs. The bill provides specific amounts for veteran home operations, aging and disability programs, and a comprehensive behavioral health system that includes prevention, treatment, and crisis services. It also funds child welfare initiatives, family support programs, and public health efforts while adjusting financial projections for child care and adoption subsidies. Additionally, the legislation establishes reporting requirements for the Iowa veterans home and directs a portion of sports wagering receipts toward behavioral health care.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

passed · Iowa · House Apr 8, 2026

HR 114: A resolution honoring the Iowans who were killed in or survived the attack on the USS Indianapolis on July 30, 1945.

HR 114 is a resolution that formally honors the 30 Iowans who died and the four Iowans who survived the sinking of the USS Indianapolis on July 30, 1945. The bill recognizes the service of these individuals and the ship, which delivered atomic bomb components to Tinian before being torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to the men who served from Iowa.

Topics ✓ Veterans

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3185: A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the judicial branch.

This bill appropriates state funds to the Iowa judicial branch for the fiscal year 2026-2027, providing approximately $202.7 million for salaries, staff, operations, and various court services. Key provisions include specific funding for juvenile court services, court-ordered services for children, jury and witness fees, and delinquent fine collection efforts. The legislation also requires the judicial branch to use state budget systems, submit monthly financial reports, and maintain district court clerk offices in all 99 counties. Additionally, it establishes reporting requirements for court technology funds and limits on how the judicial branch can modify appropriations without legislative notice.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3190: A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.

This bill appropriates state funds to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support its administrative operations, regulatory programs, and specific initiatives. The legislation allocates money for various programs including dairy regulation, local food and farm support, agricultural education, foreign animal disease preparedness, and assistance for farmers with disabilities. It also establishes reporting requirements for fund expenditures and creates cost-sharing agreements with Iowa State University of Science and Technology for certain programs. The bill designates specific funding sources for different purposes, such as unclaimed pari-mutuel wagering winnings for horse and dog racing enforcement and renewable fuel infrastructure funds for motor fuel inspection.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3188: A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for the economic development of the state, including to the economic development authority, Iowa finance authority, department of workforce development, and state board of regents and certain regents institutions.

This bill allocates state funding to the economic development authority and related agencies for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, to support business growth, job creation, and community development across Iowa. The legislation establishes specific goals for the authority to focus on recruiting new businesses, retaining existing ones, and fostering entrepreneurship while prioritizing commercially viable projects in agriculture, technology, and biotechnology. It includes provisions requiring businesses receiving financial assistance to hire workers legally authorized to work in the United States and prohibits funding for geothermal snow-melting systems. Additionally, the bill provides separate appropriations for tourism promotion, support of the World Food Prize, and arts council activities, with requirements for annual reporting on tourism office performance.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3187: A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations from the rebuild Iowa infrastructure fund and technology reinvestment fund, and including effective date provisions.

This bill allocates state funds from the Rebuild Iowa Infrastructure Fund and Technology Reinvestment Fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to various departments and agencies. The appropriations include money for water quality demonstration projects on agricultural land, facility repairs at the Department for the Blind building, air conditioning installation at two correctional facilities, and grants for tourism, sports venues, and community development projects. The bill also designates specific amounts for updating agricultural nitrogen modeling systems and supports education and outreach programs related to environmental conservation practices.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3184: A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system.

This bill allocates state funding to the Iowa Department of Justice and related agencies for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, primarily supporting the attorney general's office, victim assistance programs, legal services for low-income individuals, and correctional facilities. Key provisions include specific funding amounts for victim compensation grants, cybersecurity improvements, and the hiring of additional staff such as program planners and human trafficking training instructors. The legislation also requires the department to report on non-state funding sources and mandates reimbursement for law enforcement academy training costs. Additionally, it directs unappropriated antitrust and consumer education funds to the department of justice for operational expenses.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

died · Iowa · House Apr 8, 2026

HF 2744: A bill for an act concerning administrative rules relating to the uniform rules on agency procedure and including effective date provisions.

This bill updates Iowa's administrative rules by removing outdated regulations that overlap with new uniform rules on agency procedure, which take effect on July 1, 2026. It affects multiple state agencies by rescinding specific administrative codes related to rulemaking, petitions, and other procedural matters, while ensuring those rules remain valid for cases already in progress before the deadline. The legislation also allows agencies to create emergency rules for immediate compliance with legal obligations or urgent needs, provided they explain their reasoning and publish the rules within a set timeframe. These changes streamline how state agencies handle administrative procedures while maintaining continuity for ongoing legal proceedings.

passed · Iowa · House Apr 8, 2026

HF 2742: A bill for an act relating to reports on major maintenance projects for state infrastructure.

This bill requires state agencies to submit regular reports to the General Assembly detailing future major maintenance projects for state infrastructure. It directly affects the Department of Administrative Services, Department of Management, and the State Board of Regents by mandating they list upcoming projects for state buildings, facilities, and information technology systems. The reports must include project titles, priority categories such as safety risks or ADA compliance, estimated immediacy, responsible agencies, and funding requests, with submissions due by January 1, 2027, and biannually thereafter. This legislation formalizes existing reporting practices into law, ensuring the legislature receives consistent information about infrastructure maintenance needs and associated costs.

in committee · Iowa · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SSB 3191: A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the education system, including the funding and operation of the department for the blind, department of education, and state board of regents.

This bill allocates state funding for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support the Department for the Blind, Department of Education, and State Board of Regents in Iowa. It provides specific amounts for various programs including early childhood services, career and technical education, school food services, student assessments, and initiatives to improve literacy and work-based learning opportunities. The funding covers administrative costs, program expansions, and direct services to students from birth through high school, with some funds designated for federal program matching and others for new pilot projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

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