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IA HF2567
Bill
Status
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Charley Thomson
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AI Summary
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Creates the Iowa State Archives and Records Authority as an independent agency to preserve the state's industrial, cultural, political, agricultural, and digital history for future generations
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Establishes a 9-member Iowa Archives and Heritage Board including a state archivist (appointed by Secretary of State), 3 gubernatorial appointees, 4 legislators, and 1 academic historian appointed by the Board of Regents
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Requires the authority to maintain research centers in Des Moines and Iowa City, with any closure or material reduction in operations requiring General Assembly approval
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Mandates a state archival facility to house industrial/business archives, cultural heritage collections, political and governmental records, and agricultural history materials
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Establishes a State Records Commission to appraise records for permanent preservation and create retention/disposition schedules for government agencies
Legislative Description
A bill for an act creating the Iowa state archives and records authority, providing penalties, and making appropriations.
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Appropriations. H.J. 316.
2/17/2026