Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF1009

Introduced
4/14/25  

Caption

A bill for an act authorizing the use of revenues from the district management levy to pay costs related to school safety and security and including applicability provisions.(Formerly HSB 311.)

Impact

The enactment of HF1009 would modify existing state laws, allowing school districts to reallocate a portion of their district management levy revenues specifically for the purpose of bolstering safety mechanisms within schools. These provisions would include the hiring of trained security personnel, which responds to a growing concern in many communities regarding school safety. As the bill is set to take effect beginning July 1, 2025, it gives districts ample time to prepare for budgeting and implement the changes necessary to enhance security infrastructure.

Summary

House File 1009, also known as HF1009, is a legislative proposal focused on enhancing school safety and security through financial allocations from the district management levy. The bill aims to empower school districts with the authority to use the funds generated from this levy to cover expenses related to safety infrastructure and personnel such as school resource officers and security professionals. According to the bill, districts may implement systems like weapons detection and monitoring, ensuring that educational environments maintain a safe atmosphere for students and staff.

Contention

While the bill is aimed at addressing vital safety issues, it may also raise concerns among various stakeholders regarding the implications of increased security measures within educational settings. Critics might argue that the presence of formal security personnel could foster an environment of surveillance and fear among students, potentially impacting their learning experience. Furthermore, debates could arise over how these funds might be sourced or whether the implementation of such programs aligns with the educational priorities of the district, thus leading to discussions around funding equity and use of public resources.

Companion Bills

IA HSB311

Related A bill for an act authorizing the use of revenues from the district management levy to pay costs related to school safety and security and including applicability provisions.(See HF 1009.)

Previously Filed As

IA HF2586

A bill for an act relating to school security, including the use of school security personnel by school districts and authorizing school employees to be issued professional permits to carry weapons, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HSB 675.) Effective date: 04/19/2024, 07/01/2024.

IA HF2652

A bill for an act relating to school security, including by modifying provisions related to the issuance of school bonds, the secure an advanced vision for education fund, school district use of professional development moneys, and school security equipment and infrastructure, requiring the department of public safety to convene a task force related to the safety and security standards of schools and school infrastructure, and including effective date and applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 692.) Applicability date: Enactment, 07/01/2024.

IA SF392

A bill for an act relating to education, including eligibility for grants under the teach Iowa scholar program, licenses issued by the board of educational examiners, and the use of revenues from the district management levy, and including applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1049.)

IA SSB1049

A bill for an act relating to education, including eligibility for grants under the teach Iowa scholar program, licenses issued by the board of educational examiners, and the use of revenues from the district management levy, and including applicability provisions.(See SF 392.)

IA HSB675

A bill for an act relating to school security, including by requiring certain school districts to employ or retain school security personnel, establishing the school security personnel grant program within the department of education, and authorizing school employees to be issued professional permits to carry weapons.(See HF 2586.)

IA HF2653

A bill for an act relating to school districts, including by modifying provisions related to the district management levy, waiving certain specified duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the school year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HSB 728.) Effective date: 04/05/2024.

IA HF323

A bill for an act authorizing school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools to pay stipends to student teachers.(Formerly HSB 111.)

IA HF715

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 HSB 187.)

IA SF286

A bill for an act relating to nonsubstantive Code corrections, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1136.)

IA HF2542

A bill for an act relating to education, including modifying provisions related to education data collection and the determination of enrollment, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(Formerly HSB 672.)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.