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IA HF2579
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/18/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carter Nordman
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AI Summary
- Creates new Iowa Code section 723.7 prohibiting intentional conduct that substantially obstructs, prevents, or interferes with religious services or assemblies
- Prohibited conduct includes creating persistent or unreasonable noise, physically obstructing entrances, or creating reasonable apprehension of danger among congregants
- Violation is classified as a class "D" felony, punishable by up to five years imprisonment and fines between $1,025 and $10,245
- Represents a significant penalty increase from existing disorderly conduct laws, which currently range from simple misdemeanor to class "C" felony depending on circumstances
- Sponsored by Representative Nordman in the Iowa House of Representatives
Legislative Description
A bill for an act prohibiting disorderly conduct related to religious services, and providing penalties.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means2/18/2026
Full Bill Text
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