IA HF2687

Appropriates $100,000 from the general fund to the Department of Natural Resources for fiscal year 2026-2027 to establish a groundwater monitoring expansion pilot program.

Provides retrofitting of up to 100 existing privately-owned wells with modern monitoring equipment, with voluntary participation requiring written property owner consent.

Requires the Iowa Geological Survey to provide technical guidance on site selection and prioritize wells representing diverse aquifers and geographic regions statewide.

Mandates monitoring equipment meet NSF/ANSI standards 61 and 372 for drinking water safety, with installations performed by licensed well professionals.

Requires a report to the General Assembly by December 31, 2028, detailing wells retrofitted, data quality, cost per installation, and recommendations for program continuation.