91st General Assembly · Funnel one-pager · Monday, November 9, 2026

HF 2091: Relating to fraudulent practices involving academic credentials and providing penalties

Became HF 2337 · Its progress continues under the new number.

What it does

This bill relates to fraudulent practices involving academic credentials. The bill provides that a person who falsely represents oneself as possessing an academic degree or academic credentials for the purpose of obtaining employment or other personal gain is guilty of a fraudulent practice in the second degree. A fraudulent practice in the second degree is a class “D” felony. A class “D” felony is punishable by confinement for no more than five years and a fine of at least $1,025 but not more than $10,245.

Cost

See the fiscal note

The fiscal impact of the Bill cannot be determined because the number of new convictions cannot be estimated. The average State cost per aggravated misdemeanor is between $8,300 and $12,200. The estimated impact to the General Fund includes operating costs inc…

House subcommittee · named January 21, 2026

Rep. Chad Behn (R) · chad.behn@legis.iowa.gov
Rep. Dr. Steven P. Bradley (R) · steven.bradley@legis.iowa.gov
Rep. Mary Lee Madison (D) · mary.madison@legis.iowa.gov

Lobbying · 3 for, 0 against

For: Iowa Integrated Health Planning and Advisory Council; Iowa Veterinary Medical Association; VALOR Iowa

In plain words

January 15, 2026Filed in the House and sent to the Education committee
January 21, 2026House subcommittee named: Behn, Bradley and Madison
January 29, 2026Subcommittee recommended passing it
February 4, 2026Approved by the House committee
February 4, 2026Committee vote: 17–6
February 6, 2026Approved by the House committee, and given a new number: HF 2337
March 16, 2026Withdrawn