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IA HF2490
Bill
Status
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
State Government
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AI Summary
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Amends Iowa Code Section 21.4 to specify three required methods for public notice of governmental body meetings: advising news media who have filed notice requests, posting in a prominent location annually designated by the governmental body that is visible at all times, and posting on any internet site maintained by the governmental body
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Requires governmental bodies to annually designate a prominent, conspicuous, and easily accessible location for posting meeting notices, replacing the current requirement to post at the principal office or meeting building
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Mandates that amended tentative agendas be marked "AMENDED" with the changed provisions identified, followed by providing new notice through all required channels
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Applies to electronic meetings of governmental bodies under Code section 21.8, which must comply with the same public notice requirements
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Extends notice requirements to public appointment and employment notices under veterans preference law (Code section 35C.1) and whole grade sharing agreements under Code section 282.11
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to public notice requirements for meetings of a governmental body.(Formerly HSB 578.)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
3/5/2026