Relating to level II law enforcement academy training programs

Where it is now

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   Done: IntroducedJanuary 12, 2026
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   Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 12, 2026
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   Done: House committeeJanuary 27, 2026
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   Done: Passes the HouseFebruary 23, 202689–0
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   Done: Senate committeeMarch 12, 2026
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   Done: Passes the SenateApril 29, 202646–0
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   Done: To the GovernorMay 6, 2026
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   Done: Signed into lawJune 2, 2026

Signed into law What’s a funnel?

What’s in it

This bill relates to level II law enforcement academy training programs. The bill provides that an individual who submits an application for attendance at an approved level II academy training program shall, at a minimum, submit proof of successful completion of a two-year or four-year police science or criminal justice program at an accredited educational institution approved by the academy, or meet the qualifications set forth in Code section 80B.11H(1) (for military veterans with active duty military police experience) or Code section 80B.11H(3) (for federal law enforcement officers).

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Senate subcommittee

Named February 25, 2026. On March 4, 2026 it recommended passage.

• Sen. Jeff Reichman REmail
• Sen. Matt Blake DEmail
• Sen. Cherielynn Westrich REmail

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Iowa Code it changes

Amends§80B.11D

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