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Iowa House Bill HF727

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF727

Introduced
5/3/23  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, including by providing for payments associated with indigent defense and representation, the funding of activities relating to consumer fraud and antitrust, a corrections capital reinvestment fund, an Iowa law enforcement academy study, a human trafficking study, and the funding of peace officer retirement, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly HSB 251.)

Impact

One significant aspect of HF727 is the establishment of a corrections capital reinvestment fund, which will be funded by proceeds from the sale of real estate managed by the Department of Corrections. This fund is intended for the acquisition and maintenance of essential corrections facilities and real estate. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for a study on human trafficking in Iowa, highlighting a commitment to addressing this serious issue by reviewing existing initiatives and exploring new options for protecting minors and supporting victims.

Summary

House File 727 relates to and makes appropriations to the justice system in Iowa. The primary focus of the bill is to ensure funding and support for various aspects of the legal and corrections systems, including payments associated with indigent defense and representation. Notably, the bill increases the hourly rates for court-appointed counsel and modifies compensation rules for attorneys and guardians ad litem traveling outside their county to represent indigent clients. These changes aim to improve the quality of legal representation for low-income individuals in the state.

Contention

While many legislators support the increased funding for legal representation and human trafficking initiatives, concerns have been raised about the potential impact of appropriating funds from various state sources. Critics might argue that reallocating funds from established programs to new initiatives could hinder ongoing efforts in those areas. Furthermore, the effectiveness of the proposed studies on human trafficking will require further scrutiny to ensure they lead to actionable solutions rather than merely academic reports.

Latest HF727 Activity

Companion Bills

IA SSB1214

Related A bill for an act relating to appropriations to the justice system.(See SF 562.)

IA SF562

Similar To A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, including by providing for payments associated with indigent defense and representation, the funding of activities relating to consumer fraud and antitrust, a corrections capital reinvestment fund, an Iowa law enforcement academy study, a human trafficking study, and the funding of peace officer retirement, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1214.) Effective date: Enactment, 06/01/2023, 06/30/2023, 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 07/01/2022.

IA HSB251

Related A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, including by providing for payments associated with indigent defense and representation, the funding of activities relating to consumer fraud and antitrust, a corrections capital reinvestment fund, an Iowa law enforcement academy study, a human trafficking study, and the funding of peace officer retirement, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(See HF 727.)

Similar Bills

IA HSB251

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, including by providing for payments associated with indigent defense and representation, the funding of activities relating to consumer fraud and antitrust, a corrections capital reinvestment fund, an Iowa law enforcement academy study, a human trafficking study, and the funding of peace officer retirement, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(See HF 727.)

IA SF562

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, including by providing for payments associated with indigent defense and representation, the funding of activities relating to consumer fraud and antitrust, a corrections capital reinvestment fund, an Iowa law enforcement academy study, a human trafficking study, and the funding of peace officer retirement, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1214.) Effective date: Enactment, 06/01/2023, 06/30/2023, 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 07/01/2022.

IA HF2693

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, and including effective date provisions. Effective date: 05/09/2024, 07/01/2024.

IA SSB1224

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, including a corrections capital reinvestment fund, the funding of activities relating to consumer education and litigation, and a corrections federal receipts fund, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

IA SF2434

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system.(Formerly SSB 3200.)

IA SSB3200

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system.(See SF 2434.)

IA SSB1214

A bill for an act relating to appropriations to the justice system.(See SF 562.)

IA SSB3191

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system.