Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF2285

Introduced
2/5/24  
Introduced
2/5/24  

Caption

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.)

Impact

The bill's enactment will directly impact state funding allocations, channeling resources aimed at bolstering the capabilities of personnel within the county commissions of veteran affairs. This could lead to improved services for veterans through better-trained staff, aiming to address their specific needs more efficiently. Moreover, the consistent funding mechanism through lottery revenues will offer some stability in resources over the fiscal years.

Summary

House File 2285 addresses the funding and structure of training programs for personnel involved with county commissions of veteran affairs in Iowa. The bill stipulates that $300,000 will be allocated each fiscal year from lottery funds, specifically transferred to the county commission of veteran affairs training program account. This allocation is intended to enhance the training and support provided to county veteran service officers and their staff, facilitating their development and effectiveness in assisting veterans.

Contention

While the bill appears to have a supportive framework dedicated to enhancing veterans' services, some might raise concerns regarding the allocation of lottery funds and whether such a funding source is stable and adequate for comprehensive training. Furthermore, the bill's implications on the governance and operation of county commissions could see debates on its effectiveness and the prioritization of resources among various veteran affairs programs.

Companion Bills

IA HSB620

Related 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.)

IA HF2663

Similar To 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 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 HSB620

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.)

IA HF140

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

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 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 HF534

A bill for an act relating to the veterans trust fund.(Formerly HSB 27.)

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 HF250

A bill for an act relating to county commissions of veteran affairs. (Formerly HSB 28.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.