Sen. Art Staed

Primary SF 101

In committee · Iowa Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act increasing the state minimum hourly wage and providing for subsequent increases by the same percentage as the increase in federal social security benefits.

Maddy summarySF 101 increases Iowa's state minimum hourly wage to $15.00 for most workers starting July 1, 2025, and sets a separate $14.10 minimum for new employees during their first 90 days of employment. The bill automatically raises both wage rates annually on July 1 beginning in 2026, using the same percentage as federal Social Security cost-of-living adjustments. It ensures the minimum wage never decreases and applies to all employers covered by Iowa's wage laws.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases state minimum wage to $15/hour with automatic COLA adjustments, ensuring never decreases - directly strengthens wage protections for workers.95% confidence

In committee Jan 23, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 63

In committee · Iowa Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to the creation of an Iowa cancer research program, and making an appropriation.

Maddy summarySF 63 creates an Iowa cancer research program funded by a $4 million appropriation from the state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026. The Department of Health and Human Services will use these funds to support cancer research projects at Iowa's public colleges and universities, allocating $1.25 million each for pediatric cancer research, cancer prevention research (addressing Iowa's high cancer rates), and basic cancer research (studying cellular responses to cancer). The department will select projects through requests for proposals, prioritizing scientific merit, potential health benefits for Iowans, and inclusion of diverse expertise. Up to 5% of the funds may cover administrative costs for the program.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $4M from state general fund for cancer research at public universities, increasing public service funding per appropriations focus.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $4M for cancer research at Iowa public institutions, advancing prevention and treatment through state-funded health research initiatives.95% confidence

In committee Jan 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2431

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to robotics extracurricular activities, including requiring the department of education to provide technical assistance to school districts related to chartering career and technical student organizations related to robotics and authorizing high school athletic organizations to sponsor interscholastic contests related to robotics.

In committee Apr 16, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 116

Passed · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A resolution honoring the outstanding performance of the Kirkwood Community College women’s basketball team and head coach Kim Muhl.

Passed Apr 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2632

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act establishing a retirement savings plan trust, providing penalties, and including implementation provisions.

In committee Feb 28, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HJR 2003

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa relating to employee rights.

In committee Feb 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 110

Passed · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A resolution honoring and congratulating Caitlin Clark for her extraordinary accomplishments and establishing February 22, 2024, as Caitlin Clark day in the state of Iowa.

Passed Feb 22, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2189

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act authorizing the boards of directors of school districts to appoint student liaisons to the boards.

In committee Feb 19, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2498

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to election misconduct, and providing penalties.

In committee Feb 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HF 2499

In committee · Iowa House · Lead sponsor

A bill for an act relating to the publication of synthetic media concerning an election, and providing penalties.

In committee Feb 14, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track