Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB620

Introduced
1/29/24  
Introduced
1/29/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to national training for personnel of county commissions of veteran affairs, and making appropriations.(See HF 2285, HF 2663.)

Impact

The bill impacts state laws by providing financial support specifically designated for veteran affairs personnel across counties. This funding aims to standardize and enhance the training process, ensuring all relevant staff are equipped with the latest information and skills necessary to support veterans effectively. The allocation of funds for national training is intended to elevate the standards and efficiency of veteran services at the county level, promoting better service delivery to veterans in Iowa.

Summary

House Study Bill 620 focuses on enhancing the training for personnel working with county commissions on veteran affairs. The bill proposes to allocate funds from the veterans trust fund to create a dedicated training program, with the objective of ensuring that personnel are adequately prepared to assist veterans. Specifically, it outlines the transfer of $300,000 each fiscal year from the lottery funds to the county commission of veteran affairs training program account, allowing for better training resources and opportunities for county veteran service officers and their staff.

Contention

One potential point of contention regarding HSB620 may revolve around the source of the funding. Critics could argue about the appropriateness of using lottery funds for this purpose, questioning whether such allocations are the most responsible or effective use of state resources. Additionally, discussions might also arise concerning how these training programs are developed and implemented, and whether they are responsive to the specific needs of veterans and their families.

Companion Bills

IA HF2285

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to national training for personnel of county commissions of veteran affairs, and making appropriations.(Formerly HSB 620; See HF 2663.)

IA HF2663

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to national training for personnel of county commissions of veteran affairs, and making appropriations. (Formerly HF 2285, HSB 620.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2285

A bill for an act relating to national training for personnel of county commissions of veteran affairs, and making appropriations.(Formerly HSB 620; See HF 2663.)

IA HF2663

A bill for an act relating to national training for personnel of county commissions of veteran affairs, and making appropriations. (Formerly HF 2285, HSB 620.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SF2076

A bill for an act relating to county commissions of veteran affairs training, and making appropriations.

IA HSB20

A bill for an act relating to county commissions of veteran affairs training and making an appropriation.(See HF 140.)

IA HF140

A bill for an act relating to county commissions of veteran affairs training and making an appropriation.(Formerly HSB 20.)

IA HSB103

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of veterans affairs, including county commissions of veteran affairs and cemetery expenditures.(See HF 259.)

IA HSB562

A bill for an act relating to qualifications of commissioners, executive directors, and administrators of county commissions of veteran affairs.

IA SSB3126

A bill for an act relating to qualifications of commissioners, executive directors, and administrators of county commissions of veteran affairs.

IA HSB28

A bill for an act relating to county commissions of veteran affairs.(See HF 250.)

IA HSB27

A bill for an act relating to the veterans trust fund.(See HF 534.)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.