Bill > HF2057

This bill establishes a permanent appropriation, meaning funds are automatically allocated each year without needing separate legislative approval, from the state's general fund to the state board of regents, which oversees Iowa's public universities. Starting in the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and continuing annually, this appropriation will provide an amount equal to one dollar for every Iowa resident, as determined by the most recent U.S. Census Bureau population estimate, with a yearly cap of $3 million. These funds are specifically designated for pediatric cancer research, including laboratory studies and clinical trials conducted at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and explicitly cannot be used for administrative expenses or unrelated activities. To ensure accountability, the state board of regents must submit an annual report to the governor and the state legislature detailing how the money was spent in the previous fiscal year.

Education

https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF2057