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All 14,542 Active 9,809 In committee 9,342 Passed 1,318 Signed 1,696 Failed 1,705

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 9, 2026

HF 993: A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor, providing fees, and including effective date provisions.

HF 993 creates an "alcoholic liquor direct shipper license," allowing alcoholic liquor manufacturers to ship their products directly to individual purchasers within the state. Manufacturers, whether in-state or out-of-state, can obtain this license for a fee. The bill establishes requirements for these direct shipments, including limits on the volume of liquor that can be shipped based on the manufacturer's production, mandatory labeling, and the use of authorized carriers. Purchasers must be at least 21 years old and the liquor is for personal use, with licensees remitting a fee to the department based on the wholesale price.

in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 7, 2026

SF 2135: A bill for an act providing for the regulation of commercial establishments possessing or controlling animals other than agricultural animals, providing fees, making appropriations, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable.

SF 2135 requires licenses or permits for commercial establishments (like pet shops, kennels, shelters, and breeders) that handle animals not used for agriculture. It mandates annual licensing with fees of $75 for certificates (e.g., shelters) and $175 for licenses (e.g., pet shops), and prohibits these businesses from purchasing animals from unlicensed facilities. The bill also requires establishments to maintain records for department compliance checks and sets penalties for violations, including reinspection fees for repeated noncompliance. This law directly affects Iowa businesses operating animal facilities beyond farming, imposing new regulatory and financial obligations.

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2341: A bill for an act establishing a partial exemption on property taxes for certain residential properties sold in disaster areas.

HF 2341 creates a partial property tax exemption for residential properties sold by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in areas declared major disaster zones by the president or state disaster emergencies by the governor. It applies specifically to properties sold to owners already receiving Iowa's homestead tax credit, providing a phased tax reduction over four years: 80% exemption in the first assessment year, 60% in the second, 40% in the third, and 20% in the fourth. The exemption expires after the fourth year, meaning homeowners pay full property tax starting in the fifth year. This bill directly affects HUD-sold homeowners in disaster-affected areas who qualify for the homestead tax credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2300: A bill for an act limiting the authority of counties and cities to regulate hemp production on land zoned for specific purposes.

HF 2300 prevents Iowa counties and cities from creating or enforcing local rules that restrict where federally licensed hemp producers can operate. Specifically, it prohibits local governments from regulating, restricting, or banning hemp production on land zoned for commercial or industrial use. The bill directly affects hemp businesses seeking to locate operations in these zones by removing potential local regulatory barriers. It does not change state hemp laws or affect land zoned for residential or agricultural purposes. This is a regulatory limitation bill focused on preempting local ordinances.

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2321: A bill for an act relating to membership in the protection occupation category of the Iowa public employees’ retirement system for certain social workers.

HF 2321 reclassifies certain social workers employed by Iowa's Department of Health and Human Services as "protection occupation" members of the state public employees' retirement system. It directly affects social workers who conduct child protective assessments, family assessments, or safety planning requiring in-person contact with children/families and face heightened safety risks (e.g., entering private residences, interacting with violent individuals, or handling abuse allegations). The bill retroactively reclassifies their prior service as protection occupation service without requiring additional retirement contributions, provided their employer certifies their duties meet the specified criteria. This change ensures these workers' retirement benefits align with the risk level of their roles, as defined by the bill’s safety-related duties.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2313: A bill for an act relating to the discharge of toxic pollutants associated with coal ash into water sources.

HF 2313 prohibits coal-fired power plants and coal ash landfills from discharging toxic pollutants - including mercury, arsenic, and cadmium - from specific wastewater streams (like flue gas desulfurization water and ash transport water) into water sources. It directly affects existing coal power facilities operating before July 1, 2026, requiring them to comply by December 31, 2029, while new facilities must comply before starting operations. The bill mandates that the environmental department create implementing rules and aims to protect drinking water, groundwater, and communities from avoidable coal ash pollution linked to serious health risks. The law focuses on preventing toxic discharges using existing technology, with clear compliance deadlines for different facility types.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2317: A bill for an act relating to real property, including the removal of unauthorized persons and trespass, and providing penalties.

HF 2317, nicknamed the "Stop Squatters Act," creates a new process for property owners to remove unauthorized occupants without court involvement. It allows owners or their agents to submit a complaint to police (in cities) or sheriffs (outside cities) if the occupant was notified they couldn’t be there, isn’t a tenant or family member, and no legal dispute exists. Law enforcement must investigate and order the occupant to leave immediately, with the occupant liable for an hourly fee for the service. The bill also adds criminal penalties: trespassing after being told to leave with $1,000 or less in property damage is a simple misdemeanor (up to 30 days jail, $855 fine), while over $1,000 in damage is a serious misdemeanor (up to 1 year jail, $2,560 fine).

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2302: A bill for an act establishing a domestic abuse offender registry, and providing penalties.

HF 2302 creates a public registry for "persistent domestic abuse assault offenders" in Iowa - defined as individuals convicted of domestic abuse assault (under §708.2A) with at least one prior similar conviction. The registry, maintained by the Department of Public Safety, will include offenders' names, birth dates, conviction dates, counties, and photos, but exclude addresses, Social Security numbers, and driver’s license details. Courts must report qualifying convictions to the Department within seven days, and offenders must pay a $150 registration fee ($50 to the court, $100 to the Department). Offenders are removed from the registry after 2, 5, or 10 years, depending on prior convictions, with the registry applying only to offenses occurring on or after July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2314: A bill for an act relating to health insurance coverage for specified pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders and postinfectious autoimmune encephalopathy.

HF 2314 requires Iowa health insurance plans to cover diagnosis and treatment for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders (PANS), PANDAS (a subset of PANS), and postinfectious autoimmune encephalopathy. It mandates coverage for medically necessary treatments - like antibiotics, behavioral therapies, plasma exchange, and immunoglobulin - as recommended by a healthcare provider and aligned with established medical protocols. The law applies to individual, group, and small group health insurance plans delivered or renewed in Iowa on or after January 1, 2027, and prohibits insurers from denying coverage based on prior treatment for these conditions or unrelated health issues. This directly affects children diagnosed with these conditions and their insurance providers.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2322: A bill for an act relating to towing a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent, and making penalties applicable.

HF 2322 regulates towing motor vehicles without the owner's consent in Iowa. It requires towing companies to notify law enforcement within 2 hours, the owner and lienholders within 48 hours, and provide vehicle location details. The bill prevents towing companies from charging excessive storage fees, prohibits selling vehicles for 45 days (except to demolishers), and ensures owners can retrieve personal items without fees. It also mandates payment plans for low-income owners and requires proceeds from vehicle sales (after towing/storage costs) to be paid to the owner within 90 days. The bill applies specifically to non-abandoned vehicles towed without consent, not to vehicles handled under separate abandonment laws.

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HJR 2007: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa relating to the right of the people to a clean environment.

This bill proposes adding a new constitutional right to Iowa's constitution, guaranteeing every person access to clean water and air free from health-harming pollutants. It requires the state, acting as a trustee of natural resources, to conserve and restore public waters and air for current and future generations. The amendment is self-executing (taking effect immediately upon ratification) and mandates strict judicial review for any government action infringing on this right. It directly affects all Iowans and state agencies, fundamentally changing how environmental protections are legally enforced.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · Iowa · House Feb 6, 2026

HF 2342: A bill for an act providing for the future repeal of tax credits.

HF 2342 sets specific future dates for repealing various Iowa tax credit programs. The bill specifies that existing tax credits (like those for renewable chemicals, sustainable aviation fuel, and job creation) will end between 2028 and 2041, with most repeals occurring by 2032. It directly affects taxpayers and businesses currently claiming or planning to claim these credits, as they will no longer be available after the designated dates. The bill includes a key exception preserving credits issued or earned before January 1, 2032, ensuring existing agreements and carryforwards remain valid.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Energy ✗ Environment