Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2189

Introduced
2/1/24  
Refer
2/8/24  
Introduced
2/1/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the use of moneys appropriated to support therapeutic classrooms, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SSB 3044.)

Impact

One of the significant impacts of SF2189 is that it specifies how unencumbered or unobligated funds from the appropriation will be managed. Rather than reverting back to the state general fund at the end of the fiscal year, these funds will remain available for use in the following fiscal year for the intended purpose. This provision is designed to enhance the efficacy of the financial support provided to therapeutic classrooms, potentially allowing for greater flexibility in funding allocation and utilization.

Summary

Senate File 2189 is a legislation aimed at supporting therapeutic classrooms through financial provisions for transportation reimbursement claims submitted by school districts. The bill allocates $500,000 for the fiscal year 2023-2024 to cover these claims, specifically referencing school district expenditures related to therapeutic classroom services. The essence of this bill is to ensure the continuity of funding for therapeutic educational initiatives that cater to the needs of students requiring specialized classroom environments.

Contention

The discussions surrounding SF2189 highlight the importance of therapeutic classrooms but may also bring forth issues related to budget priorities within the educational sector. While all votes for the bill indicated support, underlying concerns might remain about the sufficiency of the allocated funds to meet the growing demand for therapeutic services in schools. Additionally, with increasing complexities in educational funding, stakeholders may raise questions about the long-term sustainability and adequacy of resources dedicated to these programs.

Companion Bills

IA HSB520

Related A bill for an act relating to the use of moneys appropriated to support therapeutic classrooms, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2631.)

IA SSB3044

Related A bill for an act relating to the use of moneys appropriated to support therapeutic classrooms, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 2189.)

IA HF2631

Similar To A bill for an act relating to the use of moneys appropriated to support therapeutic classrooms, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 520.)

Previously Filed As

IA SF660

A bill for an act relating to sports wagering and tourism, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 1240.) Effective date: 06/11/2025, 07/01/2025.

IA SF624

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SSB 1226.)

IA SF647

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the education system, including the funding and operation of the department for the blind, department of education, and state board of regents, and including contingent effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 1231.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.

IA HF1048

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the judicial branch, including judicial officer salaries and interpreter or translator fees, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 340.)

IA SF648

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the judicial branch including judicial officer salaries and interpreter or translator fees, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 1233.) Effective date: 06/20/2025, 07/01/2025.

IA HF1045

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the education system, including the funding and operation of the department for the blind, department of education, and state board of regents, and including contingent effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 337.)

IA HF2770

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, providing fees, and including applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 775.) Effective date: 07/01/2026. Applicability date: 07/01/2026.

IA SF2478

A bill for an act relating to transportation and other infrastructure-related appropriations to the department of transportation, including allocation and use of moneys from the road use tax fund and the primary road fund. (Formerly SSB 3186.) Effective date: 07/01/2026.

IA SF2168

A bill for an act relating to workforce matters including apprenticeships and other career training, unemployment insurance, and membership of the state workforce development board, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 3044.) Effective date: 06/30/2026, 07/01/2026

IA HF1038

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, making appropriations and disbursements, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 331.) Effective date: 06/06/2025, 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 07/01/2024.

Similar Bills

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