Iowa Bills

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 2255: A bill for an act relating to the request for redaction of personally identifiable information from electronic documents displayed for public access by county assessors and county recorders.

HF 2255 amends Iowa law to allow U.S. senators, representatives, statewide elected officials, and state legislators to request that their names be redacted from public electronic documents maintained by county assessors or recorders. Currently, only law enforcement personnel could make such requests. The bill also requires the Secretary of State to submit recommendations by November 2026 on protecting candidates' personal residence information while still verifying residency for election purposes. This change directly affects elected officials seeking privacy for their names in publicly accessible property records. The bill focuses on modifying access procedures, not altering property tax or election rules.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 779: A bill for an act relating to persons eligible for special registration plates with a veteran processed emblem.

HF 779 expands eligibility for special Iowa license plates featuring a "veteran" emblem to include anyone who served in the U.S. reserve forces or Iowa National Guard and was discharged honorably, regardless of their total service duration. Currently, such plates were only available to reserve members meeting specific service thresholds (e.g., 20+ years or 90+ days of active duty). The bill allows these individuals to apply directly through the Department of Transportation with proof of service, removing prior service-time requirements. This change applies specifically to Iowa residents qualifying under these revised criteria for the veteran emblem plates.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · Iowa · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SF 259: A bill for an act limiting the release of personal information for traffic violations observed by an out-of-state traffic camera, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions.

This bill prevents Iowa state agencies and law enforcement from sharing drivers' personal information (like license or registration details) when trying to collect fines for traffic violations recorded by cameras located outside Iowa. It specifically blocks the use of such data to issue or collect fines for out-of-state camera violations, such as speeding or running red lights captured by cameras in other states. Exceptions apply only if the request involves investigating criminal or civil violations unrelated to traffic law. The law takes effect January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 175: A bill for an act relating to in-state residency for purposes of undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees at regents institutions and community colleges for certain military personnel and family members.

HF 175 changes Iowa's tuition rules to allow certain military families to qualify for in-state tuition rates at public colleges. It directly affects active-duty military members stationed in Iowa, their spouses and children, veterans eligible for Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, and survivors of deceased veterans. The bill creates new definitions that let these groups be classified as Iowa residents for tuition purposes if they meet specific criteria, such as having the military member stationed in Iowa, filing Iowa taxes, or claiming dependents on tax returns. Spouses and children can maintain in-state status even if the military member is transferred, as long as they stay enrolled continuously. This policy change aims to reduce tuition costs for military-connected students without altering residency requirements for other students.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Veterans

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 178: A bill for an act relating to the penalty for speeding in excess of twenty miles per hour over the limit.

This bill increases the base fine for speeding more than 20 miles per hour over the limit in Iowa. Under current law, the base fine is $135 plus $5 for each mile per hour over 20 mph; this bill raises the base to $285 while keeping the same $5-per-MPH calculation. It directly affects drivers convicted of speeding violations exceeding 20 mph above posted limits in specific areas like public parks, alleys, and state parks. The change applies to violations under several Iowa code sections governing speed limits.

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 788: A bill for an act requiring state employees to provide a specimen for alcohol and drug analysis following certain motor vehicle accidents or collisions resulting in serious injury or death under certain circumstances, and making penalties applicable.

HF 788 requires Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) employees operating state-owned commercial vehicles to provide a urine sample for alcohol and drug testing within two hours after any accident causing injury or death. The employee must submit the sample to a peace officer, though they may pay for an independent test at their own expense (though this doesn’t prevent the required test from being used as evidence). Failure to comply is a simple misdemeanor punishable by up to 30 days in jail or a $855 fine. This applies only when no blood, breath, or urine test was already taken under existing traffic laws.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 904: A bill for an act relating to motor vehicle accident reports, including the amount of property damage necessary for a report, the period in which a law enforcement officer must forward a report to the department of transportation, and resulting suspensions of driver’s licenses, registrations, and operating privileges.

HF 904 increases the property damage thresholds for reporting motor vehicle and all-terrain vehicle accidents. The bill raises the amount of property damage requiring a motor vehicle accident report from $1,500 to $5,000. This new $5,000 threshold also applies to the conditions under which driver's licenses and vehicle registrations may be suspended following an accident. Additionally, the bill updates the property damage threshold for reporting all-terrain vehicle accidents to $5,000. These changes directly affect drivers, vehicle owners, and ATV operators involved in accidents.

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 826: A bill for an act relating to obscene materials involving minors, and providing penalties.

HF 826 creates new offenses related to "obscene material involving a minor." The bill defines this material as any visual depiction of a minor engaging in a prohibited sexual act that meets specific criteria for being obscene. It prohibits individuals from knowingly producing, distributing, receiving, or possessing with intent to distribute such material, or attempting these actions. Violations are an aggravated misdemeanor for a first offense and a class "D" felony for subsequent offenses, requiring sex offender registration. The bill exempts law enforcement, educational materials, and internet service providers.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

passed · Iowa · House Mar 26, 2026

HF 385: A bill for an act relating to discharge of involuntarily committed persons from a facility or a hospital.

HF 385 requires hospitals and facilities treating involuntarily committed mental health patients in Iowa to implement specific discharge protocols. Before releasing a patient, facilities must refer them to an administrative services organization, assess suicide risk, provide a 15-day supply of prescribed medications (with reimbursement options if not covered), and create a detailed discharge report including care plans, medication lists, and appointment details. This bill directly affects hospitals, patients under involuntary commitment, and administrative services organizations responsible for coordinating post-discharge care. The law also mandates quarterly reports from these organizations to the state department and requires facilities to notify courts of discharges for confirmation.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Iowa · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 113: A resolution recognizing the Hoover Uncommon Public Service Award winner for 2026, Representative Jennifer Konfrst.

This resolution formally recognizes Representative Jennifer Konfrst as the 2026 winner of the Hoover Uncommon Public Service Award. The bill acknowledges her dedication to public service, particularly in advancing equality, health, and education for Iowans. It expresses gratitude from the House of Representatives to the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library Association for creating the award and congratulates Representative Konfrst on receiving the honor. The measure is a ceremonial recognition without any changes to laws or funding.

passed · Iowa · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 112: A resolution recognizing the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the University of Northern Iowa.

This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 150th anniversary of the University of Northern Iowa's establishment in 1876. It directly affects the university by having the House of Representatives present a copy of the resolution to its leadership as a commemorative gesture. The bill does not change any laws or policies but instead serves to celebrate the institution's history and contributions to Iowa's education and economy.

passed · Iowa · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SR 111: A resolution recognizing the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the University of Northern Iowa.

This Senate resolution formally recognizes the 150th anniversary of the University of Northern Iowa, which was established in 1876. The bill directs the Senate to commend the university for its historical contributions to education and community service across Iowa. It also calls for a copy of the resolution to be presented to university leadership as a gesture of appreciation.

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