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IA HF2353

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Transportation

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a scenic byways enhancement fund in the state treasury under the Department of Transportation's control for support, development, maintenance, and enhancement of Iowa's scenic byways, including litter prevention

  • Requires county treasurers and the DOT to request voluntary contributions of $1 or more (rounded to the nearest whole dollar) from applicants during vehicle registration renewals

  • 100% of voluntary contributions collected by counties and the DOT must be remitted to the state treasurer for deposit in the fund, though counties may retain up to 5% for their general fund

  • Fund moneys that remain unencumbered or unobligated at fiscal year end do not revert but remain available, and interest/earnings on the fund are credited back to it

  • Takes effect January 1, 2026

Legislative Description

A bill for an act establishing a scenic byways enhancement fund, including by providing for voluntary contributions to the fund, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 971, HF 581, HF 130.)

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends passage.

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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