June 2022
New Laws Starting July 1
New Laws Starting July 1 Many new laws will take effect on July 1, the start of the state’s new fiscal year. One hundred and fifty new laws were [...]
March 2022
Second Funnel 2022: List of Eligible Bills
On Friday, March 18, the Legislature hit the second self-imposed deadline to narrow the number of bills still eligible for debate, called the "funnel". While there are a few exceptions for tax and budget bills, [...]
Democrats Call for End to Lobbyist Contract, Judiciary Investigation
Democrats Call for End to Lobbyist Contract, Judiciary Investigation Cite Ethical Lapses in Secret Hiring of Lobbyist & Potential Corruption Des Moines, Iowa — Two Iowa lawmakers sent a letter to the Iowa [...]
February 2022
First Funnel 2022: List of Eligible Bills
On Friday, February 22, the Legislature hit the first self-imposed deadline to narrow the number of bills still eligible for debate, called the “funnel”. While there are a few exceptions for tax and budget bills, [...]
January 2022
Opening Remarks From Iowa House Democratic Leader Jennifer Konfrst
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, Ladies and Gentlemen of the House, good morning. It’s truly an honor to serve with you, my colleagues in the House. And it’s a great honor to lead this [...]
August 2021
Inside the Iowa House – Keeping Kids Safe in School
KEEPING KIDS SAFE IN SCHOOL It’s the first week of school, normally a time of excitement and anticipation. And while kids all over the state headed back into the classroom this week, another emotion is [...]
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