Bill > HF287

This bill makes Election Day (the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of each even-numbered year) a legal public holiday in the state of Iowa. Specifically, the bill amends two sections of the state code to add Election Day as a new holiday. By making Election Day a legal public holiday, state employees will receive a paid day off, which could potentially increase voter participation by making it easier for people to vote without work obligations. The bill does not specify details about polling place operations or voting hours, but simply establishes Election Day as an official state holiday. This change reflects a growing national conversation about making voting more accessible by removing potential barriers related to work schedules and time constraints on election day.

Government Affairs

https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF287