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SSB 3120Died when the session ended · February 12, 2026

Relating to hunter education requirements

Topics:Environment & natural resources

Same legislation: HF 2020, HF 2335

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Also covers HF 2020 and HF 2335.

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Where it is now

  1. Done: IntroducedJanuary 13, 2026
  2. Done: SubcommitteeFebruary 9, 2026
  3. Done: Senate committeeFebruary 6, 2026
  4. Stopped: Passes the SenateDied when the General Assembly ended
  5. Skipped: House committeeSkipped
  6. Done: Passes the HouseMarch 9, 202664–26
  7. Next: To the Governor
  8. Next: Signed into law

Died when the session ended The 2026 session adjourned on May 3, 2026, the General Assembly’s last regular session. Bills that didn’t pass both chambers died. What’s a funnel?

What’s in it

AI summary People born after 1972 must complete a hunter education course before they can get a hunting license. This bill allows hunters to meet that requirement by taking an approved online course instead of an in-person one. It also expands the list of recognized certifications to include those from nationally recognized organizations.1

Read the official explanation

This bill relates to hunter education requirements. Under current law, a person born after January 1, 1972, must complete a hunter education course prior to receiving a hunting license. _____ association —— United States of America as valid to satisfy the hunter education requirement. The bill adds certifications issued by a nationally recognized organization to the list of recognized certifications that may fulfill the hunter education requirement. The bill allows a person to satisfy the hunter education requirement by completing an online hunter education course offered or approved by the department. The bill states that an in-person field day is not required but may be offered as an optional supplemental opportunity.

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Senate subcommittee

Named February 9, 2026. On February 12, 2026 it recommended indefinite postponement. [].

Three legislators hear a bill first and recommend what the committee should do; it’s the best time to weigh in. How to take part

1 written public comment to its subcommittee: February 12, 2026 (1) · on the Legislature’s site

Iowa Code it changes

Amends§483A.27

How the Code works3

Lobbying

4 for · 1 against · 5 undecided · Who →

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SSB 3120Cleared committee

91st General Assembly

HF 2020RenumberedHF 2335Passed a chamberfrom HF 2020