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introduced · Iowa · House Jan 21, 2026

HF 2119: A bill for an act relating to the possession of contraband in department of corrections facilities, and providing penalties.

HF 2119 defines "restricted or disruptive contraband" in Iowa correctional facilities as items not inherently illegal (like tobacco, cell phones, money, or synthetic cannabinoids) but prohibited for security reasons. It makes possessing such contraband a class D felony punishable by up to five years in prison, with sentences served consecutively to any existing sentence. The bill also requires inmates to report contraband (failure is an aggravated misdemeanor) and authorizes X-ray searches of inmates suspected of carrying such items. This law directly affects inmates in Iowa Department of Corrections facilities and aims to enhance facility security by strengthening penalties for contraband possession.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill elevates contraband possession to class D felony (5-year sentence), expanding criminalization in correctional facilities rather than promoting reform or rehabilitation.95% confidence
introduced · Iowa · House May 14, 2025

HR 22: A resolution recognizing and congratulating the Kirkwood Community College women’s basketball team on its historic performance in the 2025 basketball season.

This resolution recognizes and congratulates the Kirkwood Community College women's basketball team on its historic 2025 season, including a 33-2 record and a fourth-place finish in the national tournament. It acknowledges the team's achievements, its coach Kim Muhl, and player Jenna Twedt. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be sent to the Kirkwood Community College women’s basketball head coach and president.
Blaine Watkins (R) Jane Bloomingdale (R) Tom Jeneary (R) Cindy Golding (R) Judd Lawler (R)
introduced · Iowa · House May 14, 2025

HR 23: A resolution recognizing and congratulating the Kirkwood Community College men’s basketball team on winning the 2025 National Junior College Athletic Association Division II national basketball tournament.

House Resolution 23 is a commemorative resolution recognizing and congratulating the Kirkwood Community College men’s basketball team for winning the 2025 National Junior College Athletic Association Division II national championship. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be transmitted to the team's head coach and the college president.
Blaine Watkins (R) Jane Bloomingdale (R) Tom Jeneary (R) Cindy Golding (R) Judd Lawler (R)
introduced · Iowa · House May 12, 2025

HR 20: A resolution honoring the Wartburg College men’s wrestling team for winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III wrestling championship.

HR 20 is a resolution that recognizes and congratulates the Wartburg College men's wrestling team for winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III wrestling championship. It honors their achievement, including individual wrestler successes and the team's overall performance.
Pat Grassley (R) Dave Jacoby (D)
introduced · Iowa · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 17: A resolution recognizing the contributions of Iowa farm families, Iowa farm employees, and Iowa agricultural leaders during National Agriculture Week and Iowa Agriculture Week.

This resolution (HR 17) is a ceremonial measure recognizing Iowa's agricultural community during National Agriculture Week (March 16-22, 2025) and Iowa Agriculture Week (March 24-31, 2025). It commemorates the contributions of Iowa farm families, farm employees, and agricultural leaders without creating new laws or altering policies. The resolution has no direct effect on individuals or businesses, as it serves solely to honor the sector’s role in the state’s economy and culture. It is a symbolic gesture with no binding requirements or policy changes.
Tom Gerhold (R)
introduced · Iowa · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 15: A resolution designating May 9, 2025, as Child Care Provider Appreciation Day.

This resolution designates May 9, 2025, as Child Care Provider Appreciation Day in Iowa. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally recognizes child care providers as essential to families, communities, and the economy. The resolution urges all Iowans to acknowledge these providers' contributions to supporting working families and child development. As a non-binding ceremonial measure, it has no direct policy impact beyond raising awareness.
Brooke Boden (R)
introduced · Iowa · House Mar 12, 2025

HCR 7: A concurrent resolution calling upon the President of the United States and the United States Congress to support efforts to naturalize certain legally adopted children who were born outside the United States.

This concurrent resolution (HCR 7) urges the U.S. President and Congress to support efforts granting citizenship to internationally adopted children who were over 18 when the 2000 Child Citizenship Act took effect. It specifically targets adoptees born abroad who were excluded from automatic citizenship under that law, despite being raised in the U.S. by American citizens. The resolution calls for passage of the Adoptee Citizenship Act, which would provide citizenship to these individuals, removing barriers they face in accessing banking, voting, education, and other services. It does not create new law but expresses Iowa's support for federal action to resolve this citizenship gap.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill seeks citizenship for internationally adopted children excluded from automatic naturalization, directly protecting immigrant rights under the Child Citizenship Act.95% confidence
Amy Nielsen (D) Kenan Judge (D) Brent Siegrist (R) Jason Gearhart (R) Lindsay James (D)
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