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died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2315: A bill for an act relating to allocations of moneys from the juvenile detention home fund.

HF 2315 changes how Iowa allocates funds from the juvenile detention home fund to county and multicounty juvenile detention homes. The bill requires each eligible home to receive a flat $150,000 in the first distribution, replacing the current system that distributed funds based solely on each home's share of total costs. Any remaining funds after this initial $150,000 allocation are then distributed proportionally based on each home's share of the total costs for all homes in the prior fiscal year. This provides a baseline funding amount for all homes while still adjusting for cost differences with leftover funds.

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2444: A bill for an act providing for the sale and distribution of certain food, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions.

HF 2444 establishes new regulations for specific food sales in Iowa. It creates a licensing system for "farm-to-table events" held on farms (requiring annual permits and compliance with food safety rules), exempts cottage food from most state licensing when sold through food establishments (with labeling and display requirements), and restricts raw milk distribution to licensed farms meeting specific criteria (prohibiting sales at most retail locations but allowing limited delivery to licensed facilities). The bill directly affects farm operators hosting events, cottage food producers, and raw milk dairy farms. Key provisions include mandatory annual licensing for farm events, safety rules for food handling, and strict limits on where raw milk can be distributed.

in committee · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HSB 747: A bill for an act providing for a red tape reduction internet site.

HB 747 requires Iowa's Secretary of State to create an online portal where the public can request information about state regulatory restrictions and communicate with the Secretary regarding them. The bill mandates that the Secretary annually report to the legislature listing regulatory restrictions that received public requests or communications through the site. This tool directly affects Iowa residents and businesses seeking clarity on state regulations, while establishing a formal channel for public input on bureaucratic rules. The bill focuses on transparency and data collection about existing regulations, not on changing or reducing those regulations themselves.

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2413: A bill for an act relating to executive branch functions, including ratification of major administrative rules and certain other actions, other matters relating to the state rulemaking process, and terms of service of certain appointed members of certain boards, and including applicability provisions.

HF 2413 modifies Iowa's rulemaking process by defining "major rules" and adding new review requirements. A "major rule" is defined as one costing at least $200,000 annually, significantly affecting competition/employment, or amending federal Clean Air Act plans. State agencies must now provide detailed regulatory analyses for major rules, including cost-benefit comparisons, and the Legislative Services Agency must conduct a separate review of these rules before they take effect. This directly affects state agencies creating regulations and indirectly affects businesses and citizens subject to those rules. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the rulemaking process for significant regulations.

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2709: A bill for an act providing for services relating to agricultural equipment.

HF 2709 requires agricultural equipment manufacturers in Iowa to provide independent repair providers and equipment owners with necessary documentation, embedded software, and repair tools at no cost (except for printed copies at actual cost) without restrictions like internet access or authorization requirements. The bill defines agricultural equipment broadly to include tractors, combines, and harvesters but explicitly excludes vehicles, aircraft, and irrigation equipment. It mandates that parts be sold under "fair and reasonable terms" that do not discourage independent repairs or require repair providers to become manufacturer-authorized. This directly affects manufacturers, independent repair shops, and farmers who rely on affordable, timely maintenance for farm machinery.

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2537: A bill for an act relating to allocations of moneys from the juvenile detention home fund.

HF 2537 changes how Iowa distributes funds from the juvenile detention home fund. It requires $150,000 to be allocated to every eligible county or multicounty juvenile detention home each year, regardless of size. Any remaining funds after this initial distribution are then split proportionally based on each facility's share of total operational costs from the previous year. This bill directly affects all county and multicounty juvenile detention homes receiving state funding for operations and maintenance.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2536: A bill for an act providing for the conversion of partnerships into other forms of domestic or foreign organizations, and providing for fees.

HF 2536 allows Iowa business partnerships to legally convert into other organizational structures, such as limited liability companies, corporations, or nonprofits, under standardized rules. It requires approval from all partners (or a specified majority) and mandates compliance with the governing laws of the new organization type. The bill establishes clear definitions for terms like "converted organization" and "organizational document" to streamline the process, while also addressing associated filing fees. This directly affects Iowa-based partnerships seeking to change their legal structure without dissolving and reforming. The bill creates a formal, state-regulated pathway for such conversions under Iowa law.

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2280: A bill for an act modifying the individual income tax credit for emergency medical services personnel, and including retroactive applicability provisions.

HF 2280 expands Iowa's $250 individual income tax credit for emergency medical services personnel to include non-certified first responders who meet specific qualifications. The bill requires the Department of Revenue to establish rules defining these qualifications under Chapter 17A. It also applies the credit retroactively to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026, covering past tax filings. This change directly affects emergency medical personnel who currently lack certification but perform first responder duties.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2355: A bill for an act relating to alcoholic beverage control, including certificates of compliance and the issuance of class “A” wine permits to nonnative wine manufacturers, and providing fees.

HF 2355 amends Iowa's alcoholic beverage laws to allow nonnative wine manufacturers (producers located outside Iowa) to obtain Class "A" wine permits without meeting Iowa residency requirements. The bill specifically permits out-of-state wine producers to sell their own manufactured wine in Iowa, provided the wine is registered with the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, and they cannot sell wine made by other manufacturers. It also clarifies that these permit holders must comply with Iowa's licensing and record-keeping rules, including submitting sales records for audit. The bill updates application fees and procedures for all beverage permits but focuses primarily on expanding access for out-of-state wine producers.

died · Iowa · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SF 2099: A bill for an act relating to animal torture, and providing penalties.

SF 2099 strengthens Iowa's animal cruelty laws by redefining "animal torture" to include specific acts like crushing, burning, drowning, suffocating, or impaling animals, causing serious injury or death. It increases the penalty for first-time animal torture from an aggravated misdemeanor to a class "D" felony (up to 5 years in prison and a $1,025-$10,245 fine). For repeat offenders with prior convictions for related offenses - such as animal abuse, neglect, bestiality, or prohibited animal contests - the penalty escalates to a class "C" felony (up to 10 years and a $1,370-$13,660 fine). The bill directly affects individuals who intentionally inflict severe pain or death on animals through these specified methods.

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2064: A bill for an act relating to fees for lifetime fur harvester licenses, and including effective date provisions.

HF 2064 sets a $5 fee (plus processing fees) for lifetime fur harvester licenses in Iowa, specifically for residents who served on active duty in the U.S. military and were disabled during service. It requires the Department of Natural Resources to verify applicants' veteran disability status with the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill also mandates refunds for existing license holders who paid more than $7 total, returning the excess amount within 30 days of the bill's enactment. This affects disabled veteran residents seeking lifetime fur harvesting privileges, adjusting both new fees and correcting past overpayments.

Topics ✓ Veterans

died · Iowa · House Apr 29, 2026

HF 2057: A bill for an act providing a standing appropriation to the state board of regents for pediatric cancer research at the university of Iowa hospitals and clinics.

HF 2057 establishes a permanent annual funding stream for pediatric cancer research at the University of Iowa hospitals and clinics. It appropriates $1 per Iowa resident (based on U.S. Census population estimates), capped at $3 million yearly, from the state general fund. The funds must be used exclusively for pediatric cancer research - including lab work and clinical trials - prohibiting administrative costs or unrelated activities. The state board of regents must submit an annual report detailing how the funds were spent to the governor and legislature. This bill directly affects Iowa residents (through funding) and the University of Iowa's pediatric cancer research programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare