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

SSB 1082: SSB 1082

Became SF 239 · 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)…

Senate subcommittee · named January 24, 2023

Sen. Mike Bousselot (R) · mike.bousselot@legis.iowa.gov
Sen. Nate Boulton (D)
Sen. Lynn Evans (R) · lynn.evans@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 Senate and sent to the Judiciary committee
January 24, 2023Senate subcommittee named: Bousselot, Boulton and Evans
February 2, 2023Subcommittee recommended passing it with changes
February 8, 2023Approved by the Senate committee, and given a new number: SF 239