Environment

SJR 7 proposes adding a constitutional amendment to Iowa's Constitution that explicitly guarantees residents the right to hunt, fish, trap, and harvest wildlife using traditional methods. This right would be subject to state laws and rules focused on wildlife conservation, resource management, and preserving hunting/fishing opportunities. The amendment also designates public hunting and fishing as a "preferred means" for managing wildlife populations, while clarifying it does not affect existing laws on property rights, trespass, or water resources. If approved by voters, this would amend Iowa's Constitution, requiring legislative referral and public ratification after its current legislative process.

HSB 312 allows Iowa state banks to purchase federal tax credits for clean energy projects without investment limits. Specifically, it permits state banks to invest freely in tax credits authorized under federal law (26 U.S.C. §45 and §48), which typically support renewable energy development. The bill directly affects Iowa state banks by expanding their investment options in these federal credits. This change removes previous restrictions on banks holding such credits for their own accounts.