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This bill creates a comprehensive framework for utilizing sports wagering receipts and establishing new tourism-related programs in Iowa. It appropriates $8 million to the public safety equipment fund, $14 million to supplement education support personnel salaries, $5 million for special education services, $4 million to the Iowa film production incentive fund, and $4 million to the new Iowa major events and tourism fund. The bill establishes the Iowa major events and tourism program, which will provide financial assistance to eligible entities hosting significant events that can generate large attendance, publicity, and economic impact. Entities can receive funding to cover bidding, planning, and event-related costs, with eligibility criteria including economic analysis requirements and a mandate to provide matching funds. The bill also modifies the existing sports tourism infrastructure program by removing marketing components and adjusting eligibility and funding guidelines. Additionally, the legislation includes a provision to transfer $1.5 million annually to the length of service award program grant fund, with this transfer set to expire on July 1, 2030. The bill is contingent on certain effective dates and is designed to support economic development, tourism, and education in Iowa through strategic use of sports wagering revenues.

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