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Iowa Senate Bill SF2234

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2234

Introduced
2/6/24  
Introduced
2/6/24  

Caption

A bill for an act providing for a study committee to determine the costs to the state, individuals, and families associated with the enforcement of marijuana laws.

Impact

The potential impact of SF2234 on state laws primarily revolves around the assessment of marijuana law enforcement costs. By organizing a comprehensive analysis, the bill could influence future legislative decisions regarding marijuana policy and enforcement in Iowa. The findings from this study may help lawmakers understand whether current marijuana laws are financially sustainable or whether reforms are necessary to alleviate financial burdens associated with enforcement efforts. Additionally, this could lead to more informed discussions about potential changes to legalization or decriminalization of marijuana.

Summary

Senate File 2234, introduced by Senator Bennett, proposes the establishment of a study committee tasked with evaluating the financial implications of enforcing marijuana laws in Iowa. This bill directs the Department of Public Safety, in collaboration with the Department of Corrections and the Department of Health and Human Services, to consider various costs associated with marijuana law enforcement. Specifically, the study aims to understand the financial burden on the state, as well as the impact on individuals and families affected by marijuana offenses. The committee is required to report its findings and recommendations to the governor and General Assembly by December 15, 2024.

Contention

While the bill itself is primarily focused on information gathering, there could be points of contention surrounding the discussions it generates. Advocates for drug reform may push for more extensive changes based on the findings, arguing for the reduction or elimination of penalties associated with marijuana use. Conversely, opponents might argue for maintaining strict enforcement protocols, which could create friction in public debates. The structure of the study committee—comprising various stakeholders from law enforcement, the judicial system, and public health—could also lead to disagreements on the priorities and implications of marijuana law enforcement criteria.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA SF73

A bill for an act relating to marijuana, including the manufacture, delivery, and possession of marijuana and the licensure of retail marijuana, providing fees, including excise taxes, establishing funds, and including penalties.

IA HF727

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.)

IA SSB3104

A bill for an act providing for limitations on workplace inspections under the federal and state occupational safety and health laws and providing remedies and penalties.(See SF 2201.)

IA SF2201

A bill for an act providing for limitations on workplace inspections under the federal and state occupational safety and health laws and providing remedies and penalties.(Formerly SSB 3104.)

IA HF442

A bill for an act relating to marijuana, including the manufacture, delivery, and possession of marijuana, the licensure of retail marijuana, and medical cannabis, providing fees, including excise taxes, establishing funds, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.

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 SSB3172

A bill for an act relating to boards, commissions, committees, councils, and other entities of state government, and including effective date and transition provisions.(See SF 2385.)

IA SF2385

A bill for an act relating to boards, commissions, committees, councils, and other entities of state government, and including effective date and transition provisions. (Formerly SSB 3172.) Effective date: 07/01/2024, 07/01/2025.

IA HF2526

A bill for an act providing for an energy policy interim study committee.

IA HSB708

A bill for an act relating to regents institutions and the enforcement of state, local, and municipal laws, and personal injury or illness of a peace officer employed by a regents institution.

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