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IA HF2212

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ruth Ann Gaines

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes a $20.00 per hour minimum wage for direct care professionals effective July 1, 2026
  • Sets a lower minimum wage of $19.10 per hour for direct care professionals during their first 90 calendar days of employment with an employer
  • Defines "direct care professional" as individuals providing supportive services and care to people with illnesses or disabilities in nursing facilities, homes, or child care centers
  • Covered workers include direct support professionals, direct care workers, supported community living workers, home health aides, and certified nurse aides
  • Amends Iowa Code Chapter 91D, updating federal Fair Labor Standards Act reference date from 2007 to 2026

Legislative Description

A bill for an act establishing a state minimum hourly wage for direct care professionals.

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Health and Human Services. H.J. 175.

1/29/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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