Rep. Devon Wood

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryHR 114 is a resolution that formally honors the 30 Iowans who died and the four Iowans who survived the sinking of the USS Indianapolis on July 30, 1945. The bill recognizes the service of these individuals and the ship, which delivered atomic bomb components to Tinian before being torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to the men who served from Iowa.

Maddy summaryHF 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.

Maddy summaryHF 736 requires Iowa's Department of Transportation (DOT) to coordinate with utility companies upon written request to identify highway corridors for transmission line installation, assigning a project coordinator within 30 days. It prohibits the DOT from denying longitudinal transmission lines along highways (including interstates) unless safety or highway function is threatened, and mandates public disclosure of denial reasons within 90 days. The bill also limits utility right-of-way lease agreements to 20 years (replacing prior "extended" terms) and updates construction standards to allow lines within highway rights-of-way alongside roads, railways, and streams, provided they don’t interfere with public use. This directly affects utility companies, the DOT, and highway planning processes.

Maddy summaryHF 2162 prohibits shooting rifles, shotguns (with a slug load), pistols, or revolvers from any road, as defined by Iowa law. It directly affects anyone using or being near roads, including drivers, pedestrians, and property owners, by banning firearm discharge in these areas. The bill defines "road" broadly as any public or private way open to public traffic, excluding only peace officers and military personnel acting in their official duties. Violators face a $30 fine, with no other penalties specified. This bill aims to enhance public safety by preventing accidental or intentional firearm discharge near moving vehicles and pedestrians.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HF 2426) allows Iowa pharmacists to order and administer epinephrine delivery systems to adults under existing statewide protocols. It directly affects pharmacists and adults at risk of anaphylaxis (severe allergic reactions). The key change defines "epinephrine delivery systems" to include auto-injectors and nasal sprays, expanding pharmacists' authority to provide these life-saving devices without a separate prescription. The bill does not create new requirements but updates current protocols to include these specific treatments.

Maddy summaryHF 2341 creates a partial property tax exemption for residential properties sold by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in areas declared major disaster zones by the president or state disaster emergencies by the governor. It applies specifically to properties sold to owners already receiving Iowa's homestead tax credit, providing a phased tax reduction over four years: 80% exemption in the first assessment year, 60% in the second, 40% in the third, and 20% in the fourth. The exemption expires after the fourth year, meaning homeowners pay full property tax starting in the fifth year. This bill directly affects HUD-sold homeowners in disaster-affected areas who qualify for the homestead tax credit.

Maddy summaryHF 2317, nicknamed the "Stop Squatters Act," creates a new process for property owners to remove unauthorized occupants without court involvement. It allows owners or their agents to submit a complaint to police (in cities) or sheriffs (outside cities) if the occupant was notified they couldn’t be there, isn’t a tenant or family member, and no legal dispute exists. Law enforcement must investigate and order the occupant to leave immediately, with the occupant liable for an hourly fee for the service. The bill also adds criminal penalties: trespassing after being told to leave with $1,000 or less in property damage is a simple misdemeanor (up to 30 days jail, $855 fine), while over $1,000 in damage is a serious misdemeanor (up to 1 year jail, $2,560 fine).

Maddy summaryHF 2342 sets specific future dates for repealing various Iowa tax credit programs. The bill specifies that existing tax credits (like those for renewable chemicals, sustainable aviation fuel, and job creation) will end between 2028 and 2041, with most repeals occurring by 2032. It directly affects taxpayers and businesses currently claiming or planning to claim these credits, as they will no longer be available after the designated dates. The bill includes a key exception preserving credits issued or earned before January 1, 2032, ensuring existing agreements and carryforwards remain valid.

Maddy summaryHF 2225 creates a tax credit for Iowa residents who paid nonresident tuition at state universities and later work in the state as health care professionals, teachers, licensed veterinarians, or professional engineers. The credit equals 100% of the difference between the nonresident and resident tuition rates they paid during their studies, available within three years of graduation while employed in Iowa. Unused credit can be carried forward for up to five years to offset future income tax, but it is not refundable and does not apply to nonresidents. The bill requires the Board of Regents to publish historical tuition rates online and applies retroactively to tax years starting January 1, 2026.