Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF626

Introduced

4/16/25

Engrossed

4/21/25

Refer

4/21/25

Enrolled

5/23/25

Passed

6/11/25

Caption

A bill for an act relating to federal moneys and regulations, including the appropriation of federal moneys made available from federal block grants and other nonstate sources, the allocation of portions of federal block grants, the procedures if federal moneys or federal block grants are more or less than anticipated, and the authorization of certain city regulations when required under federal law, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1216.) Effective date: 06/11/2025, 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 03/28/2025.

Impact

This legislation has significant implications for state laws, particularly in terms of appropriating additional resources for health and social services. By effectively coordinating federal funding, the bill aims to enhance the delivery of essential services that directly benefit vulnerable populations in Iowa. Notably, the bill also addresses the allocation of resources for community development and training services, which are essential for empowering communities to address specific local needs and challenges.

Summary

Senate File 626, also known as the 'Federal Moneys and Regulations Bill,' sets forth a comprehensive framework for appropriating and managing federal funds received through block grants and other sources. The bill outlines the allocation procedures for various federal moneys intended for programs such as substance abuse treatment, mental health services, and low-income home energy assistance. It establishes stipulations for the distribution of these funds to state departments, ensuring that moneys are utilized in accordance with applicable federal laws and state provisions.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB626 appears largely positive, with proponents advocating for the structured approach to federal fund management that the bill provides. While there have been discussions regarding transparency and oversight in the allocation of these funds, the general consensus among stakeholders suggests that unifying the federal funding process is essential for improving service delivery and addressing systemic issues in public health and welfare.

Contention

Despite the overall support for the bill, there are notable points of contention, particularly regarding local control over city regulations on developers and contractors. Section 19 of the bill prohibits cities from enacting ordinances that impose additional requirements beyond those stipulated by state law, which has raised concerns among local government advocates who argue this undermines local authority to address specific community needs effectively. This aspect of the legislation highlights a broader tension between state-level regulations and local governance.

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Companion Bills

IA SSB1216

Related A bill for an act appropriating federal moneys made available from federal block grants and other nonstate sources, allocating portions of federal block grants, and providing procedures if federal moneys or federal block grants are more or less than anticipated.(See SF 626.)

IA HSB327

Previously Filed As

IA HF709

A bill for an act appropriating federal moneys made available from federal block grants and other nonstate sources following state government realignment, allocating portions of federal block grants, and providing procedures if federal moneys or federal block grants are more or less than anticipated, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 243.) Effective date: 06/01/2023, 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 10/01/2020.

IA HSB243

IA SF565

A bill for an act relating to state and local finance and the administration of the tax and related laws by the department of revenue, and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1148.) Effective date: 06/01/2023, 07/01/2023, 01/01/2024, 01/01/2026. Applicability date: 01/01/2023, 07/01/2024.

IA SF578

A bill for an act relating to state finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers, authorizing expenditure of certain unappropriated moneys, making corrections, and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1222.) Effective date: 06/01/2023, 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 03/28/2023, 09/18/2023.

IA HF710

A bill for an act relating to the endow Iowa tax credit, making appropriations, and including retroactive applicability and effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 673, HSB 122.) Effective date: 06/01/2023. Applicability date: 01/01/2023.

IA HF567

A bill for an act relating to nonsubstantive Code corrections, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 159.) Contingent effective date. Applicability date: 01/01/2022, 01/01/2023.

IA SF551

A bill for an act relating to decoupling federal additional first-year depreciation for Iowa tax purposes, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1127.)

IA HF2140

A bill for an act relating to the federal summer electronic benefits transfer for children program, making an appropriation, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

IA SF2039

A bill for an act relating to the federal summer electronic benefits transfer for children program, making an appropriation, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

IA SF2437

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for veterans and health and human services, including other related provisions and appropriations, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 3205.)