Apr 24, 2026 | Uncategorized
This Week in the Iowa Legislature Legislators made modest progress this week as the 100th day of session is now behind us. While this date was the target for adjournment and when legislators lose their per diem pay and no longer have support staff, several major...
Mar 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
This Week in the Iowa Legislature A relatively uneventful and calm week at the Capitol followed the conclusion of the second funnel, as lawmakers began shifting into the final phase of the legislative session. Activity remained steady throughout the week, with a mix...
Mar 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
This Week in the Iowa Legislature Despite a blizzardy start to the week, Second Funnel Week ended with unseasonably warm temperatures and bright sunshine, marking the close of most policy committee work as the Legislature moves one week closer to adjournment. Both...
Jan 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
This Week in the Iowa Legislature This week brought movement on several hot issues at the statehouse, including the Senate’s approach to the carbon pipeline and eminent domain debate, House Republicans’ rollout of “tough on crime” legislation, and action on property...
Jan 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
After observing the MLK Day holiday on Monday, legislators returned to the Capitol and moved quickly into a full schedule of subcommittee and committee work. Dozens of subcommittee hearings were held throughout the week, and by midweek several bills had already...
