Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 21 is a commemorative resolution that honors the centennial anniversary of the National Bar Association and recognizes its Iowa co-founders for their 100 years of service to the state and legal community.
Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 19 is a commemorative resolution that honors the life and legacy of Jay Byers. It recognizes his contributions to Simpson College, the Greater Des Moines Partnership, and the state of Iowa through his leadership in education, economic growth, and public service.
Maddy summaryHouse File 963 proposes to exempt the sale of laundry soap or detergent from the state sales tax. This bill directly affects consumers who purchase these cleaning products and the retailers who sell them. It achieves this by adding a new subsection to Section 423.3 of the state's Code, specifically exempting the sales price of laundry soap or detergent. As a result, these items would also be exempt from the state's use tax.
Maddy summaryHF 964 proposes to exempt the sale of toilet paper from the state's sales tax. This would directly affect consumers, who would no longer pay sales tax on toilet paper purchases, and retailers, who would stop collecting sales tax on this item. The bill achieves this by amending Section 423.3 of the state's code, adding the sale of toilet paper to the list of items exempt from sales tax. By operation of existing code, this exemption would also apply to the use tax.
Maddy summaryHF 394 restricts the Department of Transportation from designating a segment of State Highway 5 and US Highway 65 as an interstate unless federal exemptions for vehicle weight and size are secured. It creates a temporary exception, allowing implements of husbandry to continue operating on a specific portion of this highway if it becomes an interstate, until a suitable alternative route is established. The bill appropriates $250,000 to the Department of Transportation to study and develop this alternative highway route for agricultural vehicles. These provisions directly affect the Department of Transportation's authority over highway designations and agricultural vehicle operators in the specified areas.
Maddy summaryHF 966 proposes to exempt the sale of dietary supplements from the state sales tax. Currently, dietary supplements are subject to sales tax, similar to candy or soft drinks. This bill would amend existing law to remove dietary supplements from the list of items subject to sales tax. This change would reduce the cost for consumers purchasing products like vitamins and minerals, as the exemption also extends to the use tax.
Maddy summaryThis bill (HF 247) removes the state sales and use tax on purchases of honeybees in Iowa. It directly affects beekeepers, apiaries, and businesses that sell honeybees by eliminating the tax they would otherwise pay when buying these insects. The key provision amends Iowa’s tax code to specifically exempt honeybee sales from both the sales tax (under Code section 423.3) and the use tax (under Code section 423.5, due to existing tax code rules). This change means customers buying honeybees will pay no state tax on the purchase price.
Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes and commends the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) for its 50th anniversary. It highlights NCSL's role as a bipartisan organization supporting state legislatures through research, idea-sharing, and fostering cooperation. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses congressional appreciation and directs the House Chief Clerk to send a copy to NCSL.
Maddy summaryHF 43 establishes a new criminal offense for adults (18+) who knowingly send unsolicited sexually explicit images or videos electronically. It specifically targets transmissions depicting genitals, pubic areas, sex acts, or engorged male genitalia. Violators face a serious misdemeanor charge punishable by up to one year in jail, fines of $430-$2,560, mandatory sex offender registration, and a 10-year custody term with parole eligibility. The bill was withdrawn on March 31, 2025, after committee approval.
Maddy summaryHF 593 would have exempted certain property transfers from requiring a groundwater hazard statement. Specifically, it would have removed the need to submit this paperwork when transferring trust assets to beneficiaries at no cost (without consideration). This directly affects individuals or entities handling such trust distributions who would otherwise face this additional filing step. The bill was withdrawn before becoming law in March 2025.
