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Iowa House Bill HSB521

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB521

Introduced
1/9/24  
Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the qualifications of veterans.

Impact

This legislation impacts various statutes related to veterans within Iowa code, including those regarding state employment preferences, benefits related to burial expenses, and professional licensing. By modifying the veteran definition to require Iowa residency for all categories of veterans, the bill is set to streamline eligibility for a range of benefits and benefits programs, potentially increasing accessibility for qualifying individuals.

Summary

House Study Bill 521 aims to revise the definition of a veteran as it pertains to Iowa law. The bill establishes that a veteran must be a resident of Iowa and outlines specific criteria for eligibility based on military service. It includes provisions for former members of the U.S. reserve forces and the Iowa national guard, specifying that these individuals must have served a minimum of twenty years in their respective forces or have completed a minimum of ninety days of active duty to qualify as a veteran.

Contention

There may be contention surrounding this bill, particularly regarding the implications of strictly requiring state residency for veteran status. While proponents argue this will clarify and standardize the eligibility criteria, opponents may raise concerns about the exclusion of veterans who might have served in Iowa but reside elsewhere. Furthermore, the removal of references to specific military conflicts could be contentious as some believe it oversimplifies the diverse experiences of veterans and their unique needs.

Latest IA HSB521 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA SSB3127

Related A bill for an act relating to the qualifications of veterans.

Previously Filed As

IA SSB3127

A bill for an act relating to the qualifications of veterans.

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 HF259

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. (Formerly HSB 103.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SF444

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.(Formerly SF 236.)

IA SF236

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 SF 444.)

IA SF2399

A bill for an act relating to persons who qualify for the military service tax exemption, and including applicability provisions.

IA SF93

A bill for an act relating to qualifications to serve as a commissioner or an executive director for a county commission of veteran affairs.

IA HF912

A bill for an act relating to state services and benefits provided to veterans, including state grants, public assistance programs, business fee waivers, substance use disorder programs, mental health and disability services, undergraduate tuition and fees, disabled veteran tax credits, department of natural resources' licenses and fees, permit to carry weapons fees, vehicle registration fees, and driver's licenses, making penalties applicable, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 469.)

IA HF469

A bill for an act relating to state services and benefits provided to veterans, including state grants, public assistance programs, business fee waivers, substance use disorder programs, mental health and disability services, undergraduate tuition and fees, disabled veteran tax credits, department of natural resources' licenses and fees, civil litigation priority, permit to carry weapons fees, vehicle registration fees, and driver's licenses, making penalties applicable, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 912.)

IA HF2143

A bill for an act relating to the membership of the commission of veterans affairs.(See HF 2306.)

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