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All 18,026 Active 467 In committee 12,074 Passed 1,319 Signed 1,696 Failed 1,704

died · Iowa · Senate Apr 15, 2026

SF 2452: A bill for an act relating to cost sharing for health savings accounts and qualified high-deductible health plans.

This bill clarifies cost-sharing rules for people enrolled in qualified high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) who also use health savings accounts (HSAs). It ensures that copayments, coinsurance, or deductibles paid by plan members won't make them ineligible for an HSA - unless the service is preventive care. Specifically, cost-sharing amounts only count toward the deductible after the member meets their minimum deductible, with preventive care exceptions applying immediately. The bill directly affects individuals using HDHPs and HSAs in Iowa, aligning state rules with federal HSA eligibility requirements under the Internal Revenue Code.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

died · Iowa · House Apr 13, 2026

HF 2704: A bill for an act relating to victim protections including victim counselors, protective orders, sex offender registration, rights of sexual abuse victims, mental competency and civil commitment, restitution, and victim rights.

HF 2704 strengthens protections for crime victims in Iowa by establishing confidentiality for victim-counselor communications and defining qualified victim counselors with specific training requirements. It allows courts to grant protective orders for victims of sexual offenses that last for the victim's lifetime, based on prior convictions without requiring the victim's court appearance. The bill also creates legal immunity for counselors who disclose information in good faith under these provisions. These changes directly affect sexual assault victims, victim counselors, and courts handling related cases. The bill focuses on procedural safeguards rather than new financial or enforcement mechanisms.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2728: A bill for an act relating to obstructing first responders, and providing penalties.

This bill creates a new criminal offense for approaching or staying within 25 feet of first responders after they have issued a verbal warning not to approach. It directly affects individuals who might interfere with law enforcement officers, probation or parole officers, firefighters, or emergency medical providers performing their duties. The law prohibits approaching within the specified distance with the intent to impede the responder's work, threaten them with physical harm, or harass them. Violating this provision is classified as a serious misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine between $430 and $2,560. The bill defines harassment as conduct that intentionally causes substantial emotional distress without a legitimate purpose.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2308: A bill for an act relating to state participation in the federal tax credit program for individual contributions to scholarship granting organizations.

HF 2308 would allow Iowa to join a federal tax credit program, enabling Iowa residents who donate to scholarship granting organizations (SGOs) to claim a state tax credit. The bill requires the governor to elect participation in the federal tax credit (under IRS Section 25F) and mandates the departments of Revenue and Education to follow federal rules to administer the program starting tax years after January 1, 2027. This would let SGOs provide scholarships of up to $1,700 per year per student for eligible elementary and secondary school expenses, directly benefiting families using nonpublic schools.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2340: A bill for an act relating to agriculture, including by providing for the powers and duties of the department of agriculture and land stewardship, including the promotion and regulation of commodities and products; the regulation of the transportation of agricultural commodities; the use of agricultural land; and taxation, including property taxes, excise and sales taxes, and income taxes; making penalties applicable; and including effective date and applicability provisions.

HF 2340 establishes the "Choose Iowa" promotional program to support Iowa agricultural products. It creates a school purchasing program where schools receive matching funds (1:1) to buy eligible Iowa-grown food products from farms or businesses enrolled in the program. It also creates a food bank purchasing program, reimbursing Iowa food banks and emergency feeding organizations at a 1:1 rate for purchasing qualifying products, with a $200,000 annual cap and a $50,000 per organization limit. The bill requires farms/businesses to be "Choose Iowa" members to participate, and the Department of Agriculture administers both programs with annual reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2441: A bill for an act relating to the teach Iowa scholar program, including modifying eligibility provisions and establishing funding allocations.

HF 2441 modifies Iowa's Teach Iowa Scholar program by removing the requirement that applicants must rank in the top 25% of their teacher preparation program. Instead, it establishes new funding allocations starting July 1, 2026: 20% of funds must go to eligible classroom teachers providing special education instruction, and 50% must go to teachers employed in rural school districts (defined as districts with fewer than 1,000 students). The program continues to offer up to $4,000 annually (capped at $20,000 over five years) for teachers in STEM, ESL, special education, or hard-to-staff subjects. These changes directly affect teachers in rural areas and special education by altering how funds are distributed.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2714: A bill for an act relating to licensing of service companies, motor vehicle service contracts, and residential service contracts, and providing civil penalties.

HF 2714 requires service companies selling motor vehicle or residential service contracts in Iowa to obtain and maintain a state license. It directly affects companies offering these contracts - covering home maintenance (like HVAC or appliances) or vehicle protection plans - to consumers. Key provisions include mandatory licensing, reporting ownership changes or disciplinary actions within 30 days, and defining terms like "service contract holder" and "substitute part" (e.g., aftermarket car parts). The bill explicitly states these contracts are not insurance, avoiding overlap with insurance regulations. Companies must submit detailed applications, including biographical affidavits for executives and copies of contract forms, with a $500 license fee.

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2062: A bill for an act relating to the ability of property owners to protest proposed changes in zoning districts.

HF 2062 repeals a provision that allowed property owners to challenge proposed zoning changes by filing a written protest signed by owners of 20% of the affected area or within 200 feet of the property. Currently, such a protest would require a city council to approve the change with a 3/4 majority vote. This bill removes that requirement, meaning zoning changes would no longer need the higher vote threshold if a protest is filed. The change directly affects property owners in areas where zoning district modifications are proposed, eliminating their ability to block such changes through this specific process.

Topics ✓ Housing

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2032: A bill for an act establishing procedures for system enhancement of infrastructure, including for development of ratemaking principles permitted for recovery costs of certain investments in infrastructure by water and wastewater utilities.

HF 2032 allows Iowa water and wastewater utilities to recover costs for specific infrastructure upgrades through new "system enhancement charges" on customer bills. It directly affects investor-owned utilities regulated by the Iowa Utilities Commission, enabling them to recover expenses for projects like replacing aging systems, installing new infrastructure for safety/environmental protection, or complying with federal/state regulations. Utilities must first get commission approval for a multiyear plan detailing costs and benefits before implementing these charges, with the commission requiring the plan to include cost estimates, engineering reports, and evidence of compliance with environmental rules. The bill defines "system enhancement costs" to include capital expenses, operations, and a pretax return, but explicitly excludes fines or penalties.

Topics ✓ Environment

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2188: A bill for an act relating to real estate transfer tax, including declarations of value.

HF 2188 requires sellers, buyers, or their agents to submit a signed "declaration of value" with property transfer documents (like deeds) when recording in Iowa counties. This applies to most real estate transfers but exempts specific cases, including corporate mergers, family entity transfers without payment, and trust asset distributions to beneficiaries. The bill clarifies that counties must collect this declaration when paying transfer taxes, as outlined in existing tax code sections. It directly affects property sellers, buyers, and county recorders handling real estate transactions.

died · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 2028: A bill for an act relating to establishing a reciprocal tax agreement study by the department of revenue, and including effective date provisions.

HF 2028 directs Iowa's Department of Revenue to study whether a reciprocal tax agreement with Wisconsin is feasible. Such an agreement would prevent double taxation for residents working across state lines - meaning Iowa workers in Wisconsin would pay tax only to Iowa, and Wisconsin workers in Iowa would pay tax only to Wisconsin. The study must be completed by December 1, 2026, with findings reported to the legislature. If deemed feasible and mutually beneficial, Iowa would draft a formal agreement for legislative approval. This bill directly affects Iowa and Wisconsin residents who commute across the border for work.

failed · Iowa · House Apr 9, 2026

HF 524: A bill for an act relating to the regulation of tanning facilities, and making penalties applicable.

HF 524 restricts minors' access to tanning devices in Iowa by requiring tanning facilities to obtain written parental consent for anyone under 18. The consent must include a specific health warning about increased melanoma risk from UV radiation, especially at a young age. This written permission remains valid for future visits but can be revoked anytime by the parent or guardian. The bill directly affects minors seeking tanning services and their parents, adding a regulatory requirement to protect young users from known health risks.