HF 2264: Relating to the use of county funds by ecclesiastical and sectarian institutions

What it does

This bill relates to the use of county funds by ecclesiastical and sectarian institutions. The bill allows public funds to be utilized by an ecclesiastical or sectarian institution for a project or program if it benefits the public. The project or program using public funds must not require religious or secular services, educational programs, or participation requirements. Current law prohibits a county or township officer from appropriating, giving, or loaning public funds to institutions, schools, associations, or objects under ecclesiastical or sectarian management or control.

Senate subcommittee · named February 21, 2024

• Sen. Cherielynn Westrich (R) · cherielynn.westrich@legis.iowa.gov
• Sen. Izaah Knox (D) · izaah.knox@legis.iowa.gov
• Sen. Mark S. Lofgren (R) · mark.lofgren@legis.iowa.gov

Lobbying · 4 for, 1 against

For: Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition; Iowa State Association of County Supervisors; The Family Leader; The Family Leader Foundation

Against: Iowa Atheists and Freethinkers

In plain words

1. February 1, 2024Filed in the House
2. February 20, 2024Passed the House, 93–2
3. February 20, 2024Arrived in the Senate
4. February 21, 2024Senate subcommittee named: Westrich, Knox and Lofgren
5. February 27, 2024Subcommittee recommended passing it
6. March 11, 2024Approved by the Senate committee
7. April 1, 2024Passed the Senate, 38–10
8. April 3, 2024Passed the House, 94–2
9. April 8, 2024Sent to the Governor
10. April 8, 2024Signed into law