Iowa Bills

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2404: A bill for an act relating to the timing of school district bond elections.

HF 2404 changes when school districts in Iowa can hold bond elections. It requires all school district bond votes to occur only on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November during even-numbered years (like 2026 or 2028). This aligns school bond elections with the state's regular general election schedule, rather than allowing them on other dates. The bill directly affects school districts seeking voter approval for bond issues, ensuring these votes happen consistently with statewide elections. It does not apply to other political subdivisions or non-bond-related elections.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2411: A bill for an act relating to disclosure report due dates for certain candidates and committees.

HF 2411 changes the deadline for political candidates and committees in Iowa to file financial disclosure reports. It requires candidates for statewide office, the general assembly, or county office, along with their committees and certain political committees, to submit reports within 15 days after each calendar quarter ends. The report for the quarter ending December 31 must be filed by January 31 of the next year. This replaces previous deadlines with a more frequent reporting schedule starting when contributions or expenditures occur.

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2414: A bill for an act relating to the investment of public funds in precious metals, oil, and natural gas.

This bill requires Iowa's state treasurer to allocate 20% of general fund public money into investments in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, and 10% into equity investments in companies producing those precious metals, oil, or natural gas. It directly affects how the state manages its general fund assets, mandating specific percentages for these investments. The key mechanism is the mandatory reallocation of state funds toward these commodity-related assets, replacing current investment practices. This policy change shifts state investment strategy toward tangible commodities and resource-sector businesses. The bill is currently in committee after its February 11, 2026 introduction.

Topics ✗ Energy

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2394: A bill for an act creating a food bank donation matching fund and making appropriations.

HF 2394 creates a state-funded matching program for private donations to Iowa's nonprofit food banks. It appropriates $1 million annually (starting July 1, 2026) from the general fund to match the total private donations reported by qualifying food banks for tax purposes in the prior fiscal year. The Department of Health and Human Services manages the fund and distributes these matching dollars annually to nonprofit food banks that meet federal tax-exempt criteria (501(c)(3)). Unspent funds carry over to the next fiscal year, and any interest earned stays in the fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2396: A bill for an act modifying provisions related to programs administered by the college student aid commission, including the skilled workforce shortage tuition grant program, Iowa workforce grant and incentive program, vocational-technical tuition grant program, the future ready Iowa skilled workforce last-dollar scholarship program, and the gap tuition assistance program, and making appropriations.

HF 2396 modifies several Iowa college financial aid programs administered by the College Student Aid Commission, including the Future Ready Iowa Skilled Workforce Last-Dollar Scholarship, Iowa Workforce Grant, and Skilled Workforce Shortage Tuition Grant. It creates a volunteer mentor program to help students meet program requirements and connect with career opportunities, updates statewide and regional lists of high-demand jobs to guide program eligibility, and removes GPA requirements for the Skilled Workforce Shortage Tuition Grant. The bill also establishes a dedicated fund for the Skilled Workforce Shortage Tuition Grant program and adjusts grant limits and eligibility rules for the Iowa Workforce Grant. These changes directly affect Iowa students pursuing career-focused education and training in high-demand fields.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2409: A bill for an act relating to illegal campaign contributions, and making penalties applicable.

HF 2409 prohibits contributions to a candidate or their committee from individuals who are not eligible voters (as defined in Iowa law) and reside in the specific political district the candidate seeks to represent. This directly affects non-eligible voters living within the candidate's district, as their contributions would be classified as illegal under this bill. Violations are punishable as a serious misdemeanor, with fines ranging from $430 to $2,560 and potential jail time up to one year, plus possible civil penalties up to $2,000 from the Iowa Ethics Board. The bill amends campaign finance rules to clarify and enforce these restrictions.

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2406: A bill for an act relating to administration of and taxation on tobacco-related products including imposing a tax on alternative nicotine products and vapor products.

HF 2406 imposes a 22.5% tax on the wholesale sales price for alternative nicotine products and vapor products, in addition to existing taxes on tobacco products like cigars and snuff. It defines "nicotine" broadly to include nicotine analogs and substances mimicking nicotine, and limits packages of alternative nicotine products to 20 individually consumable units. Starting January 1, 2029, tax rates will adjust annually based on inflation, determined by statewide surveys of cigarette retail prices (excluding tax-driven increases). The bill affects distributors and retailers of these products in Iowa, with tax revenue collected by the Iowa Department of Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2408: A bill for an act appropriating moneys to support a water quality monitoring network supervised by the Iowa flood center.

HF 2408 appropriates $600,000 from Iowa's general fund for the fiscal year 2026-2027 to fund a water quality monitoring network managed by the Iowa Flood Center at the University of Iowa. The funds will support ongoing monitoring activities to track water quality conditions across the state. This bill directly affects the Iowa Flood Center's operations and the state's water quality data collection efforts, with no new policy changes or requirements for other entities. It is a straightforward funding measure, not a policy amendment.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2407: A bill for an act relating to civil remedies for deprivation of constitutional rights; immigration enforcement limitations in hospitals, licensed child care centers, and public institutions of higher education; and protections against civil arrest at courthouses; and including effective date provisions.

HF 2407 creates new legal protections related to immigration enforcement in specific settings. It requires hospitals to adopt policies verifying law enforcement officers' identities and limiting disclosure of patient health information during immigration actions, with deadlines for implementation by January 2027. The bill also prohibits licensed child care centers from disclosing a child's or family member's immigration status, except where required by federal law. Additionally, it establishes a civil legal claim for damages if immigration enforcement violates constitutional rights, with courts considering factors like whether officers wore facial coverings or identified themselves. The bill directly affects hospitals, child care centers, and law enforcement agencies operating in these locations.

Topics ✓ Immigration

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2400: A bill for an act creating a contractor performance assessment system.

HF 2400 requires Iowa's Department of Administrative Services to create and maintain an online contractor performance assessment system for public improvement projects. The system will grade architects, engineers, and contractors based on three specific metrics: whether work was completed on time, if costs stayed within budget, and the history of change orders. Governmental entities will use this publicly accessible system to evaluate if potential bidders are "responsible" for future public contracts. This bill directly affects contractors working on state-funded projects by establishing a standardized way to assess their performance.

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2398: A bill for an act relating to the authorized possession of firearms on school property, including for certain drivers of school vehicles, firearms locked in vehicles, and retired peace officers, and including effective date provisions.

HF 2398 modifies Iowa's rules about firearms on school property by creating specific exceptions to the general prohibition. It allows school districts to authorize drivers of school vehicles to carry firearms in the vehicle during pupil transport. It also permits individuals with a valid weapon carry permit to keep a concealed pistol in their locked vehicle while on school grounds (in driveways or parking areas) during activities like dropping off students or making deliveries. Additionally, retired peace officers who retired in good standing and completed recent firearm safety training may carry firearms on school grounds. The bill takes immediate effect upon enactment.

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 11, 2026

HF 2391: A bill for an act relating to water usage reporting requirements for large water use facilities.

HF 2391 requires large water use facilities in Iowa to submit annual water usage reports to the Department of Natural Resources by March 31. It defines "large water use facilities" as those using 25,000+ gallons daily and primarily operating in data processing (NAICS 518210), ethyl alcohol manufacturing (NAICS 325193), or cryptocurrency mining. The reports must detail the facility's water use from the previous year. This bill directly affects businesses in these three sectors by adding a mandatory reporting requirement for water consumption.

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