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IA HF2137
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brett Barker
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AI Summary
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Creates a new licensing system for "carcass removers" — businesses that remove and dispose of wild animal carcasses from public or private land, including roads and rights-of-way
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Requires licenses for each carcass remover and every employee, agent, or representative, with operations restricted to geographic areas specified on the license or area permits
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Establishes reciprocity agreements allowing nonresidents from other states to pay reduced license fees if their home state has a qualifying agreement with Iowa; resident licensees may obtain area permits without fee
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Mandates that antlers from deer removed by licensed carcass removers be delivered to the local conservation officer for disposal
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Requires carcass removers to maintain records showing number and type of carcasses, dates, and disposal locations, and to file verified annual reports with the commission by May 15
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to businesses removing and disposing of wild animal carcasses, including licensing, reciprocity, possession, and reporting requirements for carcass removers.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
2/17/2026