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IA HF2143

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew Rinker

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • School districts may use district management levy revenues to fund targeted staff retention incentives, including retention bonuses and other financial incentives
  • Eligible employees include those in critical positions and those holding high-need endorsements or credentials in special education, mathematics, science, and career and technical education
  • Classified employees serving in essential operational roles also qualify for retention incentives under this provision
  • Amends Iowa Code Section 298.4, subsection 1, by adding a new paragraph (g) authorizing these expenditures
  • Applies to school budget years beginning on or after July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

A bill for an act authorizing school districts to use revenues from the district management levy for targeted staff retention incentives and including applicability provisions.

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Education. H.J. 134.

1/21/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/21/2026

Full Bill Text

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