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IA HF2215

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Natural Resources

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the Director of Natural Resources to maintain an office at or near the state capitol complex that is open during reasonable times for public business, effective July 1, 2026
  • Expands temporary conservation officers' peace officer powers to include enforcement of new sections 455A.14A and 455A.14B in addition to existing wildlife and recreation laws
  • Transfers powers and duties concerning state preserves from the Department of Natural Resources to the Natural Resources Commission, including approval of dedications, recording of articles, and findings of public necessity
  • Removes the minimum age of 21 for hunting deer with pistols or revolvers, allowing younger hunters to use these firearms (referenced in title, with specific provisions in later sections of the bill)
  • Authorizes state park user fee pilot programs under the Department of Natural Resources (referenced in title as one of the bill's provisions)

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to natural resources, including office locations of the director of natural resources, state park user fee pilot programs, the delegation of powers and duties concerning state preserves, and age requirements for hunting deer with pistols or revolvers. (Formerly HSB 553.) Effective date: 07/01/2026

Last Action

Message from Senate. H.J. 605.

3/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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