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Iowa House Bill HF598

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF598

Introduced
3/3/23  
Introduced
3/3/23  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the production, processing, distribution, and marketing of agricultural products, including by providing tax credits and making appropriations.

Impact

In addition to the tax credit, HF598 includes appropriations from the Iowa coronavirus fiscal recovery fund aimed at initiatives for specialty crops. For the fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, it allocates $10 million to promote community-based operations engaged in enhancing the capacity of specialty crops. Specifically, this bill prioritizes assistance to beginning or socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, thereby promoting inclusivity within the agricultural economy. The bill seeks to bolster local economies and make Iowa more competitive in agricultural markets, especially in specialty crop production.

Summary

House File 598 is designed to enhance Iowa's agricultural sector by introducing initiatives that support the production, processing, distribution, and marketing of agricultural products. A primary feature of this bill is the establishment of an Iowa-grown food tax credit, which allows food establishments and wholesalers to claim a tax credit equivalent to 1% of the sales price of locally sourced food. This initiative aims to incentivize the purchase and sale of Iowa-grown food, fostering support for local farmers and businesses engaged in the food supply chain.

Contention

There are notable considerations surrounding HF598 that revolve around the definitions and included agricultural products. While the bill promotes various crops, it explicitly excludes staples such as corn, grain sorghum, oats, soybeans, or wheat. This exclusion has provoked discussions regarding the prioritization of certain crops over others. Additionally, the implementation of the tax credit relies on effective collaboration with the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the Department of Agriculture, which may raise questions about administrative efficiency and resource allocation in the roll-out of programs under this bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA HF799

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations related to agriculture, including crop production, animal health, agricultural processing, and agricultural marketing, providing for powers and duties of the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, and providing penalties.(Formerly HSB 143; See HF 998.)

IA HSB143

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations related to agriculture, including crop production, animal health, agricultural processing, and agricultural marketing, providing for powers and duties of the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, and providing penalties.(See HF 799, HF 998.)

IA HF998

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations related to agriculture, including crop production, animal health, and agricultural processing, providing for powers and duties of the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, and providing penalties.(Formerly HF 799, HSB 143.)

IA SSB1160

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations related to agriculture, including crop production, animal health, and agricultural processing, providing for powers and duties of the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, and providing penalties.(See SF 522, SF 632.)

IA SF522

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations related to agriculture, including crop production, animal health, and agricultural processing, providing for powers and duties of the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, and providing penalties.(Formerly SSB 1160; See SF 632.)

IA HF338

A bill for an act relating to raw milk, by providing for the production of raw milk at certain dairies, the manufacture of products using raw milk, and the labeling and distribution of raw milk and manufactured products, and making penalties applicable.

IA SF632

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations related to agriculture, including crop production, animal health, and agricultural processing, providing for powers and duties of the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, and providing penalties. (Formerly SF 522, SSB 1160.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.

IA SSB1107

A bill for an act relating to raw milk, by providing for the production of raw milk at certain dairies, the manufacture of products using raw milk, and the labeling and distribution of raw milk and manufactured products, and making penalties applicable.(See SF 315.)

IA HSB222

A bill for an act providing for the distribution of raw milk and associated products.

IA SF2410

A bill for an act relating to agriculture, by providing for the administration of programs and regulations, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SF 2209, SSB 3052.)

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