Rep. Skyler Wheeler

Primary HF 53

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to the president Donald J. Trump highway, and including applicability provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates U.S. Highway 75 in Iowa (from Sioux City to the Minnesota border north of Rock Rapids) as the "President Donald J. Trump Highway." It requires the Iowa Department of Transportation to create rules for private entities to apply, get approval, and install signs indicating this designation, with private groups covering all costs for sign purchase and installation. The bill applies permanently to this highway segment, regardless of any future changes to its official U.S. highway designation. This is a ceremonial naming bill with no impact on transportation funding or infrastructure.

In committee Jan 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 54

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act authorizing manufacturers of battery electric motor vehicles to be licensed as motor vehicle dealers.

Maddy summaryHF 54 allows manufacturers of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to be licensed as motor vehicle dealers for their own vehicles in Iowa. Currently, state law prohibits vehicle manufacturers from owning dealerships, but this bill creates a specific exception for BEV manufacturers. The law defines a "battery electric motor vehicle" as one powered solely by electricity (no gas engine) and requiring plug-in charging. This change directly affects BEV manufacturers seeking to sell directly to consumers through their own licensed dealerships, removing a barrier that previously required them to sell through third-party dealers.

EnergySupports EnergyBill enables direct sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), promoting adoption of electric transportation that reduces fossil fuel dependence and supports renewable energy integration. Removes legal barrier for BEV manufacturers.90% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationEnables direct sales of BEVs by manufacturers, promoting electric vehicle adoption and sustainable transportation infrastructure per bill's focus on BEV dealerships.95% confidence

In committee Jan 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 118

Introduced · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A resolution honoring the historic performance of the Dordt University women’s basketball team.

Introduced Apr 10, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2112

died · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to unlawful activities, including those related to state residency and citizenship requirements in determining eligibility for public assistance, and the smuggling of persons, and providing penalties.

died Mar 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2259

died · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act establishing the criminal offense of looting, and providing penalties.

died Mar 6, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2327

died · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to higher education, including diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, tuition, and administrator hiring at state universities, membership of the state board of regents, and student-employer work and tuition programs at state universities and community colleges.

died Feb 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2329

died · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act requiring the director of the department of education to conduct a comprehensive review of the state’s high school graduation requirements, core curriculum, core content standards, and educational standards and to recommend policy changes, and including effective date provisions.

died Feb 28, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2330

died · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to education, including by modifying provisions related to the social studies instruction provided to students enrolled in grades one through twelve and the educational programs provided by the institutions of higher education under the control of the state board of regents.

died Feb 28, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2128

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act requiring proof of citizenship or lawful presence in the country for a student to be classified for in-state tuition and fees at a regents institution or community college.

In committee Feb 5, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 101

Passed · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A resolution affirming the State of Iowa’s support for the State of Israel and condemning the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.

Passed Jan 18, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track