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IA HF642
IA HF642A bill for an act relating to members of county advisory boards.(Formerly HF 467.)
summary
Introduced
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
In Committee
04/03/2025
04/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill requires a member appointed to a county advisory board to reside in the county the county advisory board serves.
AI Summary
This bill modifies existing Iowa state law regarding county advisory board membership by adding a new requirement that all members of a county advisory board must reside in the specific county that the advisory board serves. The bill amends Section 217.43, subsection 1, paragraph a of the Iowa Code for the year 2025, introducing a new subparagraph that explicitly mandates residency as a qualification for board membership. By requiring members to live in the county they represent, the legislation aims to ensure that advisory board members have a direct, local connection to the community and potentially improve the board's understanding of local issues and perspectives. This change will likely impact the composition and selection process for county advisory boards across Iowa, ensuring that board members have a personal stake in the local governance and decision-making processes.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Local Government (House)
Last Action
Referred to Local Government. H.J. 895. (on 04/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF642 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/HF642.html |
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