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STATE BUDGET

The state operates on an annual budget cycle. Agency requests are submitted to the governor by October 1, and the Governor submits the proposed budget to the Legislature by February 1.  The legislature adopts a budget in April or May, and the fiscal year begins in July.

STATE LEGISLATURE

The state’s 50 Senators are elected to four-year terms.  The 100 members of the House of Representatives serve two-year terms.  Sessions begin on the second Monday in January, and last 100 days in even-numbered years, and 110 days in odd numbered years.  Bills carry over from odd to even numbered years.

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2025 LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY

Iowa introduced several bills that will roll over into the next year. HF 224 would eliminate certificate of need requirements for several healthcare facilities. SF380 would prohibit noncompete clauses for nurses making less than 150% of the minimum wage. SF533 would prohibit transferring nursing facility ownership to private equity and real estate investors. SF414 would require proposes private equity healthcare and housing facilities acquisitions to obtain prior approval.


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