90th General Assembly · Iowa Funnel one-pager · Monday, November 9, 2026

HSB 79: HSB 79

Became HF 202 · Its progress continues under the new number.

What it does

_____ agents, detonators, and destructive devices. For purposes of Code chapter 101A (explosive materials), the bill makes changes to definitions. 173, subpt. C (federal regulations relating to the transportation of hazardous materials). The definition of “explosive materials” is amended to include detonators. The bill defines “detonator” as any device containing an initiating or primary explosive that is used for initiating detonation, and includes an electric detonator of instantaneous or delay type, a detonator for use with safety fuses, a detonating cord delay connector, and a nonelectric detonator or instantaneous or delay type which consists of a detonating cord, shock tube, or any other replacement for electric leg wires.

Cost

See the fiscal note

The total fiscal impact cannot be determined due to a lack of existing conviction data. Table 2 shows the average State cost per offense for a Class C felony, Class D felony, aggravated misdemeanor, and serious misdemeanor. 27 3 Department of Corrections (DOC)…

House subcommittee · named January 24, 2023

Rep. Matthew B. Rinker (R) · matthew.rinker@legis.iowa.gov
Rep. Robert Henderson (R) · robert.henderson@legis.iowa.gov
Rep. Rick L. Olson (D) · rick.olson@legis.iowa.gov

Lobbying · 7 for, 1 against

For: American Promotional Events; Bellino Fireworks, Inc.; Iowa Dept. of Public Safety; Iowa Firefighters Association (IFA); Iowa Fraternal Order of Police; Iowa Retail Federation; Iowa State Sheriffs' & Deputies' Association

Against: Iowa League of Cities

In plain words

January 24, 2023Filed in the House and sent to the Public Safety committee
January 24, 2023House subcommittee named: Rinker, Henderson and Olson
January 25, 2023Subcommittee recommended passing it
February 1, 2023Approved by the House committee
February 6, 2023Approved by the House committee, and given a new number: HF 202