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IA SF2011
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Lofgren
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AI Summary
- Amends Iowa Code Section 902.7 to change the mandatory minimum sentence for forcible felonies committed with a dangerous weapon from five years to one-half of the sentence imposed by law
- Changes parole eligibility for habitual offenders (Class C or D felony with two prior felony convictions) from a three-year minimum to one-half of the sentence imposed
- Modifies parole eligibility for first-time violations of conspiring to manufacture or deliver amphetamine/methamphetamine to minors from ten years to one-half of the sentence imposed
- Increases parole eligibility threshold for child endangerment convictions from three-tenths to one-half of the maximum sentence term
- Raises parole eligibility for third or subsequent domestic abuse assault offenses from one-fifth to one-half of the maximum sentence term
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to mandatory minimum sentences for certain criminal offenses, and making penalties applicable.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
1/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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