Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SSB1210

Introduced

3/29/23

Introduced

3/29/23

Refer

3/29/23

Caption

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.(See SF 558.)

Impact

The bill facilitates key state functions by directing funds that support administration, regulatory compliance, and various initiatives, including soil and water conservation, natural resource management, and agricultural safety. It allows for the continuation and enhancement of existing programs while laying the groundwork for new projects aimed at improving public health and environmental quality in Iowa. By mandating quarterly reports on the allocation and use of funds, the bill ensures accountability and transparency in the departments' financial management.

Summary

Senate Study Bill 1210 primarily concerns appropriations for state government entities related to agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection for the fiscal year 2023-2024. The bill outlines specific funding allocations to various departments, including the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (DALS) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The intent is to ensure these departments have the necessary resources to perform their regulatory and service functions effectively while advancing related educational programs at institutions such as Iowa State University (ISU) and the University of Iowa (UI).

Contention

One notable point of contention in discussions around SSB1210 revolves around the appropriations related to environmental initiatives, particularly those addressing water quality issues. Some stakeholders express concern that adequate restrictions and oversight are necessary to ensure that funds are utilized effectively and that initiatives are truly beneficial to the community and environment. This concern reflects broader debates on balancing agricultural interests with conservation and public health objectives. Potential critiques focus on whether the bill sufficiently ensures the accountability and effectiveness of funded programs in addressing environmental degradation.

Latest IA SSB1210 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA SF558

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection. (Formerly SSB 1210.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

Previously Filed As

IA SSB3190

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.(See SF 2487.)

IA SSB1230

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.(See SF 646.)

IA SSB1220

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.

IA SF2487

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.(Formerly SSB 3190.)

IA HF1043

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection, and providing penalties.(Formerly HSB 338.)

IA SF646

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection. (Formerly SSB 1230.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.

IA HSB338

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities associated with agriculture, food regulation, natural resources, and environmental protection, and providing penalties.(See HF 1043.)

IA HSB772

IA HF2771

IA SB0005

Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Base Budget

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