Iowa Legislation

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The bill addresses dress code policies for students in public schools, charter schools, and innovation school zones in Iowa. It aims to set clear guidelines on how schools can implement and enforce these dress codes. The bill includes provisions that outline its applicability to different types of educational institutions.

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The bill addresses campaign finance laws in Iowa, specifically focusing on the involvement of foreign nationals in ballot issue campaigns. It also aims to enhance investigations into election misconduct and establishes penalties for violations of these rules. This legislation seeks to ensure that elections remain fair and free from foreign influence.

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This bill focuses on the budgets of local emergency management agencies in Iowa. It aims to establish guidelines and provisions related to how these agencies manage their financial resources. The bill is intended to ensure that local emergency management can operate effectively and respond to emergencies in their communities.

IA HSB685 is a bill that aims to enhance protections for workers in specific occupations, particularly public utility employees and contractors, by addressing assaults and harassment against them. The bill establishes penalties for individuals who commit such acts, aiming to ensure a safer working environment for these essential workers.

IA SF2213 is a proposed law that allows individuals to assign their assets to benefit creditors, which can help in settling debts. It also proposes to exempt the tax typically applied to the transfer of real estate in these situations. The bill includes provisions regarding its effective date.

House File 2285 is a bill introduced in the Iowa General Assembly that mandates all school districts and accredited nonpublic schools to offer a junior firefighter program to students in grades 9 through 12. The program aims to educate students about firefighting and emergency services, develop life skills such as teamwork and leadership, foster relationships with emergency service providers, and encourage careers in these fields. Schools can implement the program as an extracurricular activity or as part of their career and technical education curriculum. They have the option to establish the program independently or collaborate with national organizations offering similar programs. The bill specifies that the costs associated with this mandate should be covered by the state school foundation aid received by the school districts.

Iowa Senate File 2221 (SF2221) was a legislative proposal introduced in February 2026 that aimed to require the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners to create new teaching endorsements for fine arts, mathematics, and science. This would have allowed educators to obtain specialized certifications to teach these subjects. However, the bill was withdrawn on April 27, 2026, and did not become law.

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IA SF2223 is a bill aimed at improving career education in Iowa. It proposes changes to career academies, agreements between community colleges and the state board of regents, and programs that allow high school students to take college courses. The bill also focuses on creating individual career and academic plans for students.

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Iowa Senate Bill 2211, introduced on February 5, 2026, aims to establish the Iowa Medical Freedom Act. This legislation seeks to limit the ability of businesses, government entities, and educational institutions to mandate medical interventions, such as vaccinations, for employees, customers, or students. Additionally, the bill proposes to modify the state's authority during public health emergencies, potentially reducing the government's power to enforce health mandates. The bill includes provisions specifying when it would take effect upon passage.

This bill addresses the sales practices related to auto club memberships and vehicle warranties in Iowa. It aims to establish clearer regulations to protect consumers when purchasing these services. The legislation is designed to ensure that consumers receive accurate information and fair treatment in these transactions.

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IA SF2216 is a bill that addresses the interest rates and charges associated with regulated loans and consumer credit transactions in Iowa. It aims to establish guidelines for how much lenders can charge consumers in these financial agreements. This legislation is intended to clarify existing rules and ensure fair practices in the lending industry.

This bill outlines the qualifications needed for certain rights and privileges in Iowa, such as state jobs, professional licenses, voter registration, and bail. It also includes penalties for not meeting these qualifications. Essentially, it aims to clarify the requirements for individuals seeking these rights and privileges.

This bill focuses on improving education in Iowa by enhancing career and technical education funding and definitions. It also aims to create a common framework for lower division general education and establish a common course numbering system across the state. Additionally, the bill proposes a new model for community colleges that allows students to take remedial courses alongside their regular classes.

This bill sets rules for app store providers and app developers to protect minor users. It includes requirements for how these companies must interact with young users and imposes civil penalties for non-compliance. The bill aims to ensure a safer online environment for children using apps.

This bill allows local governments in Iowa to impose taxes on hotel and motel stays specifically for the purpose of promoting tourism and supporting tourism development. It aims to provide additional funding for local tourism initiatives, which could help attract more visitors to the area.