SF 281 Iowa Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A bill for an act prohibiting hunting near public recreation areas, and making penalties applicable.

SF 281 prohibits discharging firearms or hunting game/fur-bearing animals within 200 yards of public recreation areas. It directly affects hunters operating near these areas, including parks and recreational facilities managed by local, state, or federal governments. Key exceptions include existing public hunting areas (established before the bill's effective date) and target shooting ranges that were already operational within 200 yards. Violations are punishable as simple misdemeanors with a $35 fine.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 12, 2025 Last action Feb 17, 2025
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Feb 17, 2025
Upper · Passed
Subcommittee: Zumbach, De Witt, and Zimmer.
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Feb 12, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, referred to Natural Resources and Environment.
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Jesse Green
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