Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2443

Introduced

4/19/24

Introduced

4/19/24

Enrolled

4/29/24

Engrossed

4/19/24

Passed

5/9/24

Enrolled

4/29/24

Passed

5/9/24

Caption

A bill for an act relating to state government and finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers, authorizing expenditure of unappropriated moneys in special funds, providing for properly related matters including the state government efficiency review committee and teacher salary supplement district cost per pupil calculations, making corrections, and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 3208.) Effective date: Enactment, 05/09/2024, 07/01/2024, 01/01/2025. Conditional applicability date.

Impact

The bill's implications extend to state expenses by adjusting appropriations for educational support personnel, allowing for updates to be made within the fiscal year cycles. For the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, the proposed funding measures intend to boost teacher salaries while also addressing the need for handling illegal immigration and its associated criminal conduct through law enforcement funding. By adjusting appropriations related to these sectors, SF2443 represents a comprehensive effort to balance educational needs with critical law enforcement funding.

Summary

Senate File 2443 focuses on various appropriations and modifications to state government financial regulations. The bill aims to streamline the process of making, limiting, and reducing appropriations and authorizes the expenditure of unappropriated moneys in special funds. Key components of the legislation include provisions related to the Teacher Salary Supplement District Cost Per Pupil calculations, which are designed to provide greater financial support for educational personnel. This alignment supports maintaining competitive salaries in the education sector as the state evolves to meet fiscal challenges.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SF2443 varies among stakeholders. Proponents view it as a positive step toward providing essential funding for education and supporting necessary law enforcement operations. They argue that the bill's provisions will enable adjustments that meet the current needs of both educators and safety agencies. Conversely, there are concerns voiced by opponents who worry about the adequacy of funding and its allocation. Some feel the appropriations may fall short in addressing all educational requirements and could shift focus too heavily towards law enforcement, potentially neglecting other essential public services.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the balancing act between funding for education versus law enforcement, as well as the broader implications of budget reductions in certain areas. The bill stipulates a zero appropriation for some educational support aid, fueling debates on whether this undercuts the intentions to bolster educational funding. The adjustments to the Teacher Salary Supplement are especially scrutinized, with advocates for education arguing that the measure may not be sufficient for attracting and retaining talented educators in the state, especially in challenging years ahead.

Latest IA SF2443 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA SSB3208

Related A bill for an act relating to state government and finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers, authorizing expenditure of unappropriated moneys in special funds, providing for properly related matters including the state government efficiency review committee and teacher salary supplement district cost per pupil calculations, making corrections, and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions.(See SF 2443.)

IA HF2712

Similar To A bill for an act relating to state government and finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers, authorizing expenditure of unappropriated moneys in special funds, providing for properly related matters including the state government efficiency review committee and teacher salary supplement district cost per pupil calculations, making corrections, and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions.

Previously Filed As

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.

IA SF659

A bill for an act relating to state government and finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers; authorizing expenditure of unappropriated moneys in special funds; providing for properly related matters including crystalline polymorph psilocybin, medical residency and fellowship positions, state membership in the Iowa individual health benefit reinsurance association, student abuse by school employees, modified supplemental amounts for school budgets, wagering taxes, a state fire marshal study, certain legislative interim studies, and 911 emergency communications services; making corrections; and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1241.) Effective date: 06/11/2025, 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 01/01/2020, 04/30/2025, 07/01/2025.

IA SSB1241

A bill for an act relating to state government and finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers, authorizing expenditure of unappropriated moneys in special funds, providing for properly related matters including crystalline polymorph psilocybin and medical residency and fellowship positions, making corrections, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(See SF 659.)

IA HF954

A bill for an act relating to the conduct of elections, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 281.) Effective date: 07/01/2025, 01/01/2026. Applicability date: 01/01/2024.

IA SF644

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations to the justice system, providing for properly related matters including indigent defense and representation, the corrections capital reinvestment fund, and a corrections federal receipts fund, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1232.) Effective date: 06/11/2025, 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 07/01/2023.

IA HSB335

A bill for an act relating to state finances, including by making, modifying, limiting, or reducing appropriations, distributions, or transfers, authorizing expenditure of unappropriated moneys in special funds, providing for properly related matters including prohibiting state membership in the Iowa individual health benefit reinsurance association, making corrections, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

IA SF2472

A bill for an act relating to state and local government taxes, fees, financial authority, and budgets, by modifying property assessment provisions, divisions of revenue, and funding from the secure an advanced vision for education fund, establishing a program for first-time homebuyers, modifying and making appropriations, and including effective date, applicability, and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 3001.) Effective date: 05/18/2026, 07/01/2026, 01/01/2027. Applicability date: 01/01/2026, 07/01/2026, 01/01/2027, 07/01/2027, 07/01/2028.

IA HF1055

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 HF2676

A bill for an act relating to health-related matters, including health-related professions, nutrition, medication, and education, and including effective date and applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 694.) Effective Date: Conditional, 07/01/2026. Applicability date: 07/01/2027.

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