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IA HF2143
IA HF2143A bill for an act authorizing school districts to use revenues from the district management levy for targeted staff retention incentives and including applicability provisions.
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill relates to the district management levy and the authorized purposes for expenditure of funds. The bill allows school districts to use revenues from the district management levy to pay the costs of targeted staff retention incentives. Such incentives include retention bonuses or other financial incentives for employees serving in critical positions; employees holding high-need endorsements or credentials in areas such as special education, mathematics, science, and career and technical education; and classified employees serving in essential operational roles. The bill applies to school budget years beginning on or after July 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill allows school districts to use money collected from the district management levy, which is a local tax for school operations, to fund programs aimed at keeping valuable staff members employed. Specifically, these funds can be used for retention incentives, such as bonuses or other financial rewards, for employees who are in crucial roles, possess specialized qualifications in high-demand subjects like special education, math, science, or career and technical education, or are classified employees in essential operational positions. This change will take effect for school budget years starting on or after July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Education. H.J. 134. (on 01/21/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF2143 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/HF2143.html |
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