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Iowa Senate Bill SF522

Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF522

Introduced
3/5/25  

Caption

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.)

Impact

S.F. 522 notably impacts various statutes concerning animal health and nutrient application management. By revising existing laws, it enhances DALS's ability to ensure animal care and streamline the management process. This includes the ability to petition courts for orders related to animal sustenance and sales, which centralizes decision-making regarding livestock welfare and allows for more efficient intervention in urgent situations.

Summary

Senate File 522 addresses multiple aspects of agricultural policy in Iowa, focusing on crop production, animal health, and agricultural processing regulations. The bill grants the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (DALS) increased authority to manage and enforce agricultural protocols. It includes provisions related to the management of livestock in need of sustenance and establishes a super-priority lien for livestock sales. The bill also modifies existing laws regarding the licensing and inspection of agricultural practices and products.

Contention

Debate surrounding S.F. 522 highlighted concerns regarding the expanded authority granted to DALS. Critics argue that the bill could lead to overreach in regulatory and enforcement capacities, potentially disregarding local governance and agricultural practices. Supporters of the bill maintain that these measures are necessary for the sustainability of Iowa's agricultural sector, ensuring better compliance with state-wide agricultural standards and promoting overall productivity.

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Companion Bills

IA SSB1160

Related 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 SF632

Similar To 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.

Previously Filed As

IA SF311

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations administered and enforced by the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, providing for the allocation of moneys, and making penalties applicable.(Formerly SSB 1115.)

IA HF277

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations administered and enforced by the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, providing for the allocation of moneys, and making penalties applicable.(Formerly HSB 113; See HF 666.)

IA SSB1115

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations administered and enforced by the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, providing for the allocation of moneys, and making penalties applicable.(See SF 311.)

IA HSB113

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations administered and enforced by the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, providing for the allocation of moneys, and making penalties applicable.(See HF 277, HF 666.)

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.)

IA SF2209

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 SSB 3052; See SF 2410.)

IA HF2510

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 HSB 560; See HF 2641.)

IA HF666

A bill for an act providing for programs and regulations administered and enforced by the department of agriculture and land stewardship, providing fees, providing for the allocation of moneys, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 277, HSB 113.) Effective date: 06/01/2023, 07/01/2023.

IA HF2039

A bill for an act relating to the treatment of animals other than agricultural animals by providing for the inspection or monitoring of commercial establishments by the department of agriculture and land stewardship, and making penalties applicable.

IA HF2641

A bill for an act relating to agriculture, by providing for the administration of programs and regulations, making appropriations, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 2510, HSB 560.) Effective date: Enactment, 05/17/2024, 07/01/2024, 12/31/2024.

Similar Bills

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 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 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 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.)

NM SB231

Beneficial Substances Act

CA SB1522

Fertilizing material.

UT SB0259

Department of Agriculture and Food Amendments