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died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2436: A bill for an act relating to dissolution of marriage, including name change requests.

HF 2436 allows individuals obtaining a divorce in Iowa to request a name change to either their birth certificate name or their name before marriage as part of their divorce decree. If a person seeks a different name, they must use a separate legal process under Chapter 674. The court clerk must issue a standalone document confirming the name change, which cannot include any other details from the divorce case. This bill directly affects people filing for divorce in Iowa seeking to update their legal name.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2020: A bill for an act relating to hunter education requirements.

Iowa's HF 2020 updates hunter education requirements for people born after January 1, 1972, who need hunting licenses. It allows individuals to complete approved online courses instead of requiring in-person field days, though optional in-person sessions may still be offered. The bill also expands acceptable certifications to include those from the National Rifle Association and other nationally recognized organizations, in addition to courses from other states or countries meeting specific standards. These changes simplify access to hunter education while maintaining safety training requirements.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2145: A bill for an act relating to the regulation of places and practices of worship by the governor.

HF 2145 prohibits the Iowa governor from closing, mandating restrictions on, or regulating places of worship during any emergency, including disaster declarations or public health crises. It directly affects all religious buildings in Iowa with an active congregation, ensuring they cannot be subject to executive orders under emergency powers. The bill explicitly defines "place of worship" as a building where a congregation regularly gathers for religious practice, blocking any governor-led restrictions during emergencies. This is a procedural measure limiting executive authority, not creating new regulations.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2016: A bill for an act relating to requirements for proof of ownership of dogs and providing penalties.

HF 2016 requires owners of dogs over six months old to provide proof of ownership, such as a microchip, rabies tag, vet records, receipt, or documented history, to be recognized as the legal owner. Shelters must scan dogs for microchips upon intake and before adoption or transfer to locate owners. In ownership disputes, the person presenting valid proof is presumed to own the dog unless proven otherwise, and falsely claiming ownership is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 30 days in jail or a $855 fine. The bill does not change existing rabies vaccination requirements.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2033: A bill for an act relating to the provision of accessible prescription-related measures for persons who are blind, have a visual impairment, or other print disability.

HF 2033 requires pharmacies in Iowa to provide free accessible prescription information (including labels, bag tags, and medical guides) in formats like braille or audio to people who are blind, visually impaired, or have other print disabilities. Pharmacies must offer this directly or refer patients to an accessible location within a reasonable distance, with information provided in a timely manner comparable to non-disabled patients. Health insurers must reimburse pharmacies through an enhanced dispensing fee, and the pharmacy board must publish an annual list of compliant pharmacies online. The law excludes institutional pharmacies (e.g., hospital pharmacies) and certain correctional or donation-based settings, with rules to be adopted by January 1, 2027, and a progress report due by January 2028.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2091: A bill for an act relating to fraudulent practices involving academic credentials and providing penalties.

HF 2091 prohibits falsely claiming to hold an academic degree or credentials for employment or personal gain. It defines this as a fraudulent practice, making it a class D felony punishable by up to five years in prison and fines between $1,025 and $10,245. The bill directly affects individuals who misrepresent their education to secure jobs or other benefits. Key provisions establish clear penalties for this specific type of fraud, aligning it with existing fraudulent practice laws under Iowa code.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2144: A bill for an act relating to the expungement of certain criminal history records of victims of human trafficking, and including penalties.

HF 2144 allows victims of human trafficking to petition courts to remove criminal records related to offenses committed while they were victims. It requires a sworn statement and official documentation (if available), waives all filing fees, and grants expungement if the court finds the offenses resulted from the victimization. Serious crimes like homicide, sexual abuse, kidnapping, and robbery are excluded from eligibility. Once granted, expunged records become confidential but remain accessible to law enforcement and for firearm background checks. This applies to records from arrests or charges, regardless of case outcome.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2125: A bill for an act relating to the use of the titles physician assistant and physician associate.

Iowa's HF 2125 changes the official title "physician assistant" to "physician associate" throughout all state laws, regulations, and administrative documents. The bill requires updating all references to the title by January 1, 2027, but explicitly states this change does not alter the scope of practice, rights, or responsibilities of licensed professionals. It allows current and future practitioners to use either title during a transition period and prohibits discrimination against those using "physician associate." The bill affects all state agencies, healthcare facilities, insurers, and entities interacting with licensed physician assistants.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2191: A bill for an act relating to elections for school district and city officers and bonds, and including applicability provisions.

HF 2191 changes the timing of school district and city elections in Iowa, moving them from odd-numbered year November elections to even-numbered year November elections - aligning them with statewide general elections. It also adds the first Tuesday after the first Monday in June as an option for bond elections. Current officials serving on July 1, 2026, with terms ending in January of an even year will serve until the following January and be eligible for reelection in the November before their term expires. The bill applies to regular elections held after November 2, 2027.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 2122: A bill for an act relating to the discipline of students who exhibit disorderly conduct in the classroom and who are enrolled in school districts, charter schools, or innovation zone schools.

HF 2122 allows teachers in Iowa public schools (including districts, charters, and innovation zones) to remove students exhibiting disorderly conduct - such as threats, violence, disruptions, or profane language - from their classrooms. Principals must then follow specific procedures, including providing written notice before readmitting students and disciplining those excluded three times in 30 days (e.g., suspension or alternative learning). The bill also grants teachers the right to appeal principal decisions about exclusions or readmissions, protects them from retaliation for using these rights, and requires school districts to provide injured teachers with five days of full-paid leave. It applies directly to educators, students, and school staff while aligning disciplinary policies with state and federal education laws.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 817: A bill for an act relating to the distribution of child support owed to a decedent by affidavit.

This bill allows heirs or successors of a deceased person (decedent) to claim unpaid child support payments held by Iowa's child support agency using a new affidavit form. It applies specifically to decedents with very small estates (valued at $50,000 or less), expanding an existing small estate procedure to include undistributed child support owed to the decedent. The key provision requires child support services to create and provide this standardized form, enabling successors to access the funds without full probate. The bill does not change the eligibility for the small estate process but streamlines how child support held by the agency can be distributed.

died · Iowa · House Mar 16, 2026

HF 981: A bill for an act relating to real property, including the removal of unauthorized persons and trespass, and providing penalties.

HF 981, the "Stop Squatters Act," creates a new process for property owners to quickly remove people occupying their property without permission. It allows owners or their agents to file a complaint with police (in cities) or the sheriff (outside cities) if the occupant is not a tenant, family member, or involved in pending legal disputes, and has been explicitly told to leave. Law enforcement must investigate and, if valid, order the person to vacate immediately and return the property to the owner. Unauthorized occupants who refuse to leave after being notified face misdemeanor charges: simple misdemeanor for property damage under $1,000 (up to 30 days in jail or $855 fine), or serious misdemeanor for damage over $1,000 (up to one year in jail or $2,560 fine). The bill excludes current/former tenants and family members from this process.