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IowaHF 235791st General Assembly (2025–2026)HouseWALLET
A bill for an act relating to statutory corrections that adjust language to reflect current practices, correct grammar, insert earlier omissions, delete redundancies and inaccuracies, resolve inconsistencies and conflicts, remove ambiguities, and establish Code editor directives. (Formerly HSB 615.) Effective date: 07/01/2026.
Sponsored By: COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
48 provisions identified: 29 benefits, 6 costs, 13 mixed.
Use investment credits to cut tax
State income taxes can be reduced by investment tax credits authorized in sections 15.496 and 15.508. Eligible filers can apply these credits against their tax. This applies beginning July 1, 2026.
More water lines count as lead
The law counts some galvanized water service lines as lead if they are downstream of any lead line or an unknown‑material line. “Downstream” means the section between a lead line and the water meter. This helps identify more lines for replacement. The change starts July 1, 2026.
Up to $10,000 fines for licensees
Licensing boards can discipline a license holder and issue a civil penalty up to $10,000 per enforcement action. This strengthens board enforcement limits and clarity. The rule takes effect July 1, 2026.
Pistol age rules lowered to 18
Beginning July 1, 2026, key pistol and revolver age references change from 21 to 18. Giving a pistol or related ammo to someone under 18 is a serious misdemeanor for a first offense and a class D felony after that, with exceptions. Parents or guardians 18 or older can allow supervised possession under defined rules. Some strict liability remains for allowing minors under 14 to possess.
You can sue over privacy breaches
If someone unlawfully shares your confidential records, you can sue for damages or ask a court to stop it. You can recover actual and exemplary damages, court costs, and attorney fees. A judge must award at least $100 per violation. This is effective July 1, 2026.
More asset protection for LTC plans
If your qualified long-term care insurance pays $1 in benefits, you can keep $1 more in assets for eligibility under section 249A.35. This applies to benefits paid for qualified long-term care services. The rule is effective July 1, 2026.
Stronger nursing home protections and options
Health care facilities and their staff cannot serve as a resident’s guardian, trustee, or conservator unless the person is a close relative (within three degrees). Facilities must protect residents’ personal items, hold resident money in a separate trust, and give certified statements on request. Nursing facilities accredited by the Joint Commission may choose a Joint Commission inspection instead of a state inspection. The state licenses them on that basis once the referenced federal law takes effect. The resident protections begin July 1, 2026.
403(b) savings for AEA employees
Beginning July 1, 2026, AEAs may let eligible employees defer pay into a 403(b) plan and may add employer contributions. This can lower current taxable income and grow retirement savings. Check if you are eligible with your AEA.
Early childhood service rules and inventory
Beginning July 1, 2026, the council sets minimum, research‑based guidelines for services for at‑risk three‑ and four‑year‑olds. The council must also publish an inventory at least every two years. It must show who is served, who is unserved, program types, compliance with guidelines, and why kids are unserved. This helps families and officials spot gaps and improve access.
More scholarships and workforce grants
Beginning July 1, 2026, the state runs several funds for students and workers. These include tuition grants, scholarships, last‑dollar scholarships, and workforce grants and incentives. Money in these funds does not expire at year end, and interest stays in the funds. The College Student Aid Commission uses the money to award scholarships and grants.
Special education staffing and equipment support
Beginning July 1, 2026, schools must hire certified special education teachers and set class loads under state rules. The state may buy, loan, or lease special education equipment to help districts and AEAs. The special education director is a state employee and cannot be paid by or manage an AEA. These steps aim to improve services and access to assistive devices.
Counties must certify election compliance
Within 20 days after each election, county commissioners must file a certificate showing the county met testing, training, accessibility, publishing, and rule requirements. The state commissioner may require more certified details by rule. This starts July 1, 2026.
Opioid funds split for abatement
Each year from fiscal 2026 through fiscal 2030, the state splits its opioid settlement money 75% to the Department and 25% to the Attorney General. This money is used to fight the opioid crisis. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.
More skills grants and job lists
The state sets aside $1,750,185 each year for the vocational‑technical tuition grants fund, for fiscal years that begin on or after July 1, 2025. The Workforce Development Board will publish a statewide list of high‑demand jobs. Each community college may add up to five regional high‑demand jobs. These changes guide training and help students pay tuition. The law is effective July 1, 2026.
Data centers get 50% tax refund
A data center owner that is not exempt can apply each year for a refund equal to 50% of eligible sales or use tax paid on listed items. Multiply the eligible tax paid by 0.5 to estimate the refund. This starts July 1, 2026.
Investment credits cut credit‑union tax
The moneys and credits tax is reduced by an investment tax credit authorized in sections 15.496 and 15.508. This lowers tax owed under section 533.329. The change starts July 1, 2026.
Short-term programs lose Pell aid
Beginning July 1, 2026, only programs tied to a credit certificate, diploma, or degree qualify for Pell Grants. Short‑term credit programs do not qualify. If you enroll in a short‑term credit program, you may pay more out of pocket.
New farm rules: labels, preferences, claims
If you hold bulk fertilizer not in the maker’s containers, you must label it. Farms or businesses already in the Choose Iowa program get preference to join this program. Grain indemnity claimants are bound by the board’s dollar value loss, defined as the outstanding balance on the validated claim when paid. These rules take effect July 1, 2026.
Census counts control city payments
Beginning July 1, 2026, laws that use a city or county’s population rely on the last certified federal census. Cities must certify any special federal census to the state. Six months after a special census, the state treasurer may pause population‑based payments to a city until certification or the next federal census.
Sex and gender rules for state data
Beginning July 1, 2026, when state law uses the word “gender” to mean males and females, it is read as biological sex, not gender identity or expression. State and local agencies that collect vital statistics must record sex as male or female in their data.
Fuel retailers must support higher-ethanol
Beginning January 1, 2026, parts of retail gasoline systems must be compatible with higher ethanol blends such as E‑40. Earlier E‑15 language is repealed on January 1, 2026. The section is repealed July 1, 2030. Retailers may face upgrade costs, and consumers may see more higher‑ethanol options.
Keep game meat and 25 lbs venison
If you lawfully take game with a valid license, you can keep it up to the legal possession limit until the next season. You may also possess up to 25 pounds of deer venison from a lawful source. This starts on July 1, 2026.
New rules for pediatric respite care
The state creates a special category for facilities that give respite and hospice services to children in palliative care. These facilities are exempt from section 135.62. The health department must set rules for this class. The change starts July 1, 2026.
Rules for homeschooled teens driving
Beginning July 1, 2026, a homeschooled student may drive to another school’s extracurricular activity even if not enrolled there. For licensing, the student’s primary instructor must certify the private instruction. This clarifies access and paperwork for families.
Rural veterinary care fund created
The state creates a Rural Veterinary Care Trust Fund. It holds gifts, grants, state and federal money, and repayments for the rural veterinary care program. Interest stays with the fund, and money does not revert at year end. This starts July 1, 2026.
Letters of credit count as bonds
An irrevocable letter of credit from a qualifying financial institution can satisfy a bonding requirement. This gives businesses another way to meet financial assurance rules. The change takes effect July 1, 2026.
Native wine licensees can sell more
A special class C native wine licensee may sell beer and native wine for on‑site or off‑site use. Off‑site sales must be in the original container unless an exception applies. Nonalcoholic mixed drinks may be sold off‑site under the named rule. This begins July 1, 2026.
Arts and Culture fund set up
The state creates an Arts and Culture Enhancement Fund. Interest stays with the fund, and money does not revert at year end. The fund holds state appropriations and other lawful money. It begins July 1, 2026.
Program to promote historic landmarks
The Economic Development Authority and the Department of Transportation will run a program to promote National Historic Landmarks. The program uses tourism materials, road signs, maps, and websites. Landmarks protected under a named confidentiality rule are not included. It starts July 1, 2026.
Set‑aside fund for program admin
Money in the Subchapter III fund is appropriated to the department to run the programs in that subchapter. The department may use those funds without extra approval from the legislature. This starts July 1, 2026.
State can recoup on shared agreements
In disputes over intergovernmental agreements, the public agencies involved are real parties in interest. The State may sue to recoup money or make itself whole for damages or liability caused by a public agency’s default. This protects public funds. Effective July 1, 2026.
Courts must refer conservator abuse
If a court finds reasonable grounds that a conservator committed theft, fraud, elder abuse, financial exploitation, or dependent adult abuse, it must refer the case to the county attorney. This is for possible criminal charges. The rule is effective July 1, 2026.
Fertilizer testing and inspections increase
Beginning July 1, 2026, the secretary of agriculture must sample, inspect, and test commercial fertilizers and related substances to check compliance. The agency keeps a lab, staff, and may enter premises during business hours. This supports product quality and safety.
Faster credentialing answers for clinicians
Health insurers must answer credentialing requests from doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants within 56 calendar days. This helps providers join networks faster and can improve access. The rule starts July 1, 2026.
AEAs can sell services outside Iowa
Area education agencies can sell software, training, and support to non‑Iowa entities and to out‑of‑state public agencies. They may also sell items not required for in‑state school districts. This takes effect July 1, 2026.
AEAs end duplicate programs, add mental-health training
Beginning July 1, 2026, AEAs may not set up programs that duplicate community college or university offerings. AEAs must include regular training on children’s mental or emotional disorders and family impacts. This reduces overlap and builds staff skills.
$200 fine for disability parking violations
The scheduled fine is $200 for each qualifying violation listed in chapter 321L. The fine applies per citation under the noted sections. This rule starts July 1, 2026.
One-time limit on certain payments
Beginning July 1, 2026, a recipient may receive no more than one disbursement under the named provision. This caps repeat payments to the same person.
Phone use while driving penalized
Using an electronic device while driving is now included within listed moving‑violation conduct. Drivers face citations and related costs. This takes effect July 1, 2026.
Health facility license fee is $25
Applying for a license under section 135H requires a $25 fee. The annual license renewal fee is also $25. Fees are credited to the state’s general fund. This starts July 1, 2026.
Boating safety gear and race exceptions
Beginning July 1, 2026, class II–IV motorboats must carry a working whistle. Inboard engines using volatile liquid fuel must have a flame arrestor or similar device. Boats in sanctioned races and race‑only boats tuning up are exempt from some equipment rules while racing or tuning.
New rules for parcel classification
The law updates the meaning of “parcel.” A part of a parcel can be treated as its own commercial or industrial portion for classification. This may affect assessments and property tax treatment. The change starts July 1, 2026.
Teacher collaboration, evaluation, and growth plans
Beginning July 1, 2026, teachers must take part in ongoing team work like study groups and weekly meetings. The state sets the evaluation tool for beginning teachers, and it is not open to bargaining or grievance. Career teachers must create an individual development plan with their evaluator that goes beyond schoolwide goals.
Counties may pay cities directly
Beginning July 1, 2026, county treasurers may send certain funds to city treasurers or clerks instead of township clerks. This is an administrative change to how local money is routed.
Court process and appeals changes
Beginning July 1, 2026, if a subpoenaed party does not appear, the other side may get a continuance at the missing party’s cost. Top legislative leaders may file friend‑of‑the‑court briefs on a law’s constitutionality in certain appeals when the legislature is not a party.
Charter and innovation zone school updates
Beginning July 1, 2026, innovation zone applications must show at least 50% teacher support and a parent vote with over half participating and at least 50% in favor. Charter and innovation zone schools must give the civics test like districts. If a charter or zone school is revoked, nonresident students and their siblings can quickly apply to another district.
Seven-member boards in larger districts
Beginning July 1, 2026, school boards have five or seven members. If a district includes a city of 15,000 or more, the board must have seven members. If membership must increase, two directors are added under the law.
Business and association rule updates
Beginning July 1, 2026, an association’s plan or amendment takes effect only after the insurance commissioner adopts it as a rule, though the first plan can take effect immediately in some cases. Companies with no‑par stock must follow state corporate rules like par‑value companies, unless a rule conflicts. Two subparagraphs in section 8.57A are repealed as a code cleanup.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
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Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 4/6/2026
Passed Senate
Yes: 47 • No: 0
House vote • 3/2/2026
Passed House
Yes: 90 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Signed by Governor.
4/16/2026GovernorReported correctly enrolled, signed by Speaker and President, and sent to Governor.
4/16/2026SenateMessage from Senate.
4/6/2026SenateImmediate message.
4/6/2026legislaturePassed Senate, yeas 47, nays 0.
4/6/2026SenateSubstituted for SF 2372.
4/6/2026legislaturePlaced on calendar under unfinished business.
3/19/2026legislatureRead first time, attached to SF 2372.
3/3/2026legislatureMessage from House.
3/3/2026HouseImmediate message.
3/2/2026legislaturePassed House, yeas 90, nays 0.
3/2/2026HouseIntroduced, placed on calendar.
2/9/2026legislature
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