A bill for an act establishing the Iowa state capitol historical society, and making appropriations.

HF 598 establishes the Iowa State Capitol Historical Society to collect, preserve, and publicly display the history of Iowa's state capitol building, including its events, people, ideas, architecture, and art. The society will consist of 12 non-voting legislative members (appointed by chamber leaders), 18 governor-appointed Iowa residents, and the department director as secretary. It will fund its work through donations, grants, and private contributions, with money held in a dedicated state treasury fund that cannot be diverted. The society may also advise the capitol planning commission on building and grounds projects. This bill creates a permanent entity focused on preserving capitol history without requiring new state taxpayer funds.