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IA HF2520
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Local Government
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AI Summary
- Amends Iowa Code Section 69.14A to allow electors to petition for a special election to fill county office vacancies only when the remaining unexpired term is at least six months.
- Requires the committee of county officers or board of supervisors to publish notice of intent to fill vacancies by appointment, informing voters of their petition rights.
- Establishes a 14-day window after publication or appointment for voters to file petitions requesting a special election instead of appointment.
- Creates new Section 69.14B allowing county officers to submit written affirmation of intent to resign more than 73 days before a general election, enabling the vacancy to appear on that election's ballot.
- Specifies that petition signatures dated before an appointment is made shall not be considered valid.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to elections to fill vacancies in elective county and city offices.(Formerly HSB 639.)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
3/5/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government2/24/2026
Full Bill Text
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