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died · Iowa · House Apr 2, 2026

HF 581: A bill for an act establishing a scenic byways enhancement fund, including by providing for voluntary contributions to the fund, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.

HF 581 creates a state fund to support Iowa's scenic byways, managed by the Department of Transportation. It requires county treasurers or the vehicle registration department to ask vehicle owners to make a voluntary $1 or more contribution during registration renewal, with up to 5% of collected county funds allowed to stay in the county general fund. The fund will finance byway maintenance, development, litter prevention, and enhancements. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates state fund for scenic byway maintenance/development, directly funding transportation infrastructure enhancements through voluntary contributions.95% confidence
died · Iowa · House Apr 2, 2026

HF 531: A bill for an act relating to the combined gross weight limit for vehicles operating under a fluid milk products annual permit, and including applicability provisions.

HF 531 increases the maximum gross weight limit for trucks transporting fluid milk products under annual permits from 96,000 pounds to 130,000 pounds when traveling on primary roads and city road extensions. This change directly affects dairy transport companies that rely on annual permits for milk delivery routes. The bill does not alter the existing 20,000-pound-per-axle weight limit but allows larger total vehicle weights. The new limit applies to all permits issued on or after the law's effective date, including existing permits still active at that time.
died · Iowa · House Apr 2, 2026

HF 971: A bill for an act establishing a scenic byways enhancement fund, including by providing for voluntary contributions to the fund, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.

This bill establishes a "scenic byways enhancement fund" in the state treasury, managed by the Department of Transportation (DOT). The fund's purpose is to support, develop, maintain, and enhance the state's scenic byways, including litter prevention efforts. To finance the fund, county treasurers and the DOT will request voluntary contributions of one dollar or more from individuals applying for vehicle registration renewal. Funds collected will not revert at the end of a fiscal year and any interest earned will be credited back to the fund. This act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes scenic byways enhancement fund for highway infrastructure development/maintenance, directly funding transportation infrastructure through voluntary contributions.95% confidence
in committee · Iowa · House Apr 1, 2026

HF 2657: A bill for an act relating to residency requirements for fishing and hunting licenses.

This bill (HF 2657) is incorrectly titled as relating to fishing/hunting licenses, but its actual content concerns tax information privacy. It amends sections of Iowa law (specifically 422.20, 422.72, and 483A.1A) to clarify that tax returns and related information cannot be disclosed without specific legal authorization. The bill adds a new provision requiring the Department of Revenue to verify tax filing status (for the prior year) when confirming residency for license applicants, but only providing the minimal necessary confirmation to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). It does not change fishing/hunting license requirements or residency criteria; it only governs how tax status information is shared between agencies. The bill is currently in the introduction stage (2026-02-20).
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens tax data privacy by prohibiting unauthorized disclosure of tax returns, directly aligning with data privacy protections under technology policies.95% confidence
died · Iowa · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SF 2366: A bill for an act relating to certified medication aides.

SF 2366 streamlines certification for medication aides in Iowa. It requires the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) to create a free online registry where individuals can submit proof of passing DIAL-approved medication aide exams. The bill allows medication aides certified in other states to become certified in Iowa without retaking exams or meeting additional requirements like prior Iowa employment. It also rescinds outdated administrative rules about medication aide training and certification, directing DIAL to adopt new rules ensuring consistent standards for aides working in nursing facilities, residential care facilities, and specialized care settings.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStreamlines medication aide certification, reducing barriers for healthcare workers and improving access to care through simplified interstate recognition and free registry.85% confidence
died · Iowa · House Apr 1, 2026

HF 2209: A bill for an act providing for the admission of students to the Iowa state university of science and technology college of veterinary medicine.

HF 2209 requires Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine to admit at least 80% of students who are Iowa residents or attended eligible Iowa colleges. It prioritizes applicants planning to work in Iowa rural communities (under 25,000 people) and specialize in mixed-animal veterinary care. Applicants must disclose their Iowa background and career intentions in their applications. The university must submit annual reports to the legislature detailing admission statistics and reasons for rejections.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates 80% Iowa resident admissions for vet med college, prioritizing rural veterinary care access, expanding higher education opportunities in targeted fields.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prioritizes veterinary medicine workforce development in rural areas, supporting healthcare access through medical professionals as part of healthcare policy.85% confidence
Bob Henderson (R) Jeff Shipley (R) Blaine Watkins (R) Charley Thomson (R) Mark Cisneros (R)
in committee · Iowa · House Mar 31, 2026

HF 2378: 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.

This Iowa bill (HF 2378) sets a phased increase to the state minimum wage: $10.00 per hour starting July 1, 2026; $12.50 on July 1, 2027; and $15.00 on July 1, 2028. It also establishes a lower minimum wage of $9.10, $11.60, and $14.10 for employees in their first 90 days of work, effective on the same dates. Beginning July 1, 2029, the wage will automatically rise each year by the same percentage as the federal Social Security cost-of-living adjustment, with no decreases allowed. The bill removes a tip credit for certain workers and allows counties or cities to set higher local minimum wages than the state rate.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly increases minimum wage annually with automatic COLA adjustments, directly strengthening worker compensation and addressing wage stagnation per Labor & Employment topic indicators.95% confidence
Ross Wilburn (D) Tracy Ehlert (D) Brian Meyer (D) Angel Ramirez (D) Lindsay James (D)
in committee · Iowa · House Mar 31, 2026

HF 2384: A bill for an act relating to the maximum amount of unemployment benefits payable during a benefit year.

HF 2384 increases Iowa's maximum unemployment benefits for eligible workers. It raises the cap from 16 to 26 times a worker's weekly benefit amount during a benefit year. For workers laid off due to an employer's business closure, it increases the cap from 26 to 39 times the weekly benefit amount. This change directly affects unemployed Iowans who qualify for benefits, ensuring they receive more total support under these specific circumstances. The bill modifies how benefit limits are calculated based on prior earnings.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases maximum unemployment benefits cap from 16 to 26 weeks (39 for business closures), expanding financial support for unemployed workers.95% confidence
Ross Wilburn (D) Tracy Ehlert (D) Brian Meyer (D) Angel Ramirez (D) Lindsay James (D)
in committee · Iowa · House Mar 31, 2026

HF 2380: A bill for an act providing for a community-based wage enforcement program for purposes of the state wage payment collection and minimum wage laws.

HF 2380 establishes a community-based wage enforcement program in Iowa to strengthen enforcement of state wage payment and minimum wage laws. The bill requires the director of the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing to contract with qualified community-based organizations (nonprofits with five years of employee advocacy experience) to provide free services directly to workers. Key services include employee education about wage rights, direct advocacy for filing complaints, legal assistance, and tailored support for marginalized communities or non-English speakers. All program activities must be accessible to any Iowa employee at no cost, aiming to improve resolution of wage disputes under state law.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes community-based wage enforcement program to strengthen minimum wage law compliance and provide free worker advocacy services for wage rights enforcement.95% confidence
Ross Wilburn (D) Tracy Ehlert (D) Brian Meyer (D) Angel Ramirez (D) Lindsay James (D)
in committee · Iowa · House Mar 31, 2026

HJR 2008: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa relating to worker rights.

This proposed constitutional amendment would guarantee Iowa workers the right to form unions, negotiate wages and working conditions through their chosen representatives, and protect workplace safety. It specifically prohibits state laws that interfere with collective bargaining or require union membership as a condition of employment. The amendment would directly affect all Iowa workers and employers, adding these protections to the state constitution. If passed by the legislature and approved by voters, it would become part of Iowa's fundamental law.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGuarantees union formation, collective bargaining rights, and workplace safety protections while prohibiting interference with these rights under state law.95% confidence
Ross Wilburn (D) Tracy Ehlert (D) Brian Meyer (D) Angel Ramirez (D) Lindsay James (D)
in committee · Iowa · House Mar 31, 2026

HF 2385: A bill for an act prohibiting the misclassification of employees as independent contractors, providing penalties, and including applicability provisions.

HF 2385 prohibits employers in Iowa from willfully misclassifying workers as independent contractors instead of employees, which would deny them benefits like unemployment insurance. It uses current federal IRS guidelines to determine worker classification and applies to misclassifications occurring after the bill's effective date. Employers violating this law face civil penalties of up to $10,000 per misclassified worker for repeat offenses, plus a Class D felony charge (up to 5 years in prison and fines up to $10,245). The Iowa Department of Workforce Development enforces the law, collects penalties for the general fund, and refers violations to county attorneys.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits misclassifying employees as contractors, ensuring access to benefits like unemployment insurance and imposing penalties for violations, directly protecting workers' rights and benefits.95% confidence
Ross Wilburn (D) Tracy Ehlert (D) Brian Meyer (D) Angel Ramirez (D) Lindsay James (D)
in committee · Iowa · House Mar 31, 2026

HF 2631: A bill for an act relating to a family leave and medical leave insurance program that provides for paid, job-protected leave for certain family leave and medical leave reasons for eligible employees of specified employers.

HF 2631 establishes Iowa's Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program, creating a paid, job-protected leave system for eligible employees. It directly affects workers at covered employers (private businesses with 10+ employees year-round or public employers) who need leave for bonding with a newborn/adopted child, caring for a family member with a serious health condition, taking medical leave for their own serious health issue, or addressing qualifying circumstances as a crime victim (e.g., seeking medical care, legal assistance, or safety measures). The program is funded through employee premiums, with benefits calculated based on spendable weekly earnings, and is administered by the Department of Workforce Development. This legislation expands on existing federal protections by adding specific coverage for crime victim-related leave and standardizing definitions for eligibility and benefits.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides paid medical leave for serious health conditions, enabling workers to access healthcare without financial penalty during treatment or caregiving.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes paid, job-protected leave insurance program expanding worker benefits and protecting employment during family/medical leave, directly strengthening labor protections.95% confidence
Ross Wilburn (D) Brian Meyer (D) Angel Ramirez (D) Ken Croken (D) Dan Gosa (D)
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