IA HF2312

Creates an affordable housing task force to identify state and local regulatory barriers that increase housing costs and evaluate whether the public benefits of those regulations justify their impact on affordability.

Directs the task force to study and recommend changes to zoning and land use regulations, state and local building codes, permitting and approval processes, and funding mechanisms affecting affordable housing development.

Establishes a 14-member task force including the state building code commissioner, state fire marshal, Iowa Economic Development Authority director, three housing developers appointed by the governor, and elected officials from cities and counties of varying sizes (above and below 50,000 population).

Includes four legislators: two from the House (appointed by the speaker and minority leader) and two from the Senate (appointed by the majority and minority leaders), with members serving without compensation but receiving expense reimbursement.

Requires submission of a written report to the General Assembly by December 1, 2026, detailing findings, recommendations, and proposed statutory or administrative changes to reduce regulatory barriers while preserving public health and safety.