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Iowa House Bill HSB772
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Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB772

Introduced
4/7/26  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection, and including contingent effective date provisions.(See HF 2771.)

Impact

The appropriations outlined in HSB772 are anticipated to directly influence several state operations, including the regulation and management of natural resources and agricultural programs. This includes financial support for projects aimed at enhancing soil and water conservation, promoting agricultural education, and facilitating local food initiatives. The funding is designed to bolster existing agricultural programs, address animal disease preparedness, and ensure ongoing management of state parks and environmental resources, which collectively contribute to sustainable state development.

Summary

House Study Bill 772 focuses on appropriating funds for various state governmental entities involved with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection in Iowa. The bill specifies funding allocations for fiscal year 2026-2027 to departments such as the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (DALS) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Key areas of appropriation include general departmental operations, as well as initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable practices in agriculture and improving water quality throughout the state.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding HSB772 could arise from the balance of funding between agricultural needs and environmental protections. Critics may point to the potential for conflicts in prioritizing economic growth in agriculture over environmental sustainability, arguing that the bill does not adequately address necessary regulatory measures. Stakeholders may express skepticism regarding the effectiveness of allocated funds in actually achieving long-term improvements in water quality and ecosystem health, raising concerns about accountability and measuring outcomes for the various funded programs.

Latest IA HSB772 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA HF2771

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection, and including contingent effective date provisions. (Formerly HSB 772.) Effective Date: Conditional, 07/01/2026.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2771

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection, and including contingent effective date provisions. (Formerly HSB 772.) Effective Date: Conditional, 07/01/2026.

IA SSB1220

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.

IA SF646

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection. (Formerly SSB 1230.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.

IA SSB3190

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.(See SF 2487.)

IA SSB1230

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.(See SF 646.)

IA SF2487

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.(Formerly SSB 3190.)

IA HF1043

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection, and providing penalties.(Formerly HSB 338.)

IA HSB338

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, food regulation, natural resources, and environmental protection, and providing penalties.(See HF 1043.)

IA HSB337

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the education system, including the funding and operation of the department for the blind, department of education, and state board of regents, and including contingent effective date provisions.(See HF 1045.)

IA HSB678

A bill for an act relating to the payment of claims associated with nonpublic school pupil transportation, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2440, HF 2759.)

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