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The 90th Legislative Session began January 9, 2023 and should conclude
in 110 days on or before April 28, 2023. Legislator per diems end at that point. Unlike many states, the Iowa Legislature does not meet for a set number of days, and can go past the per diem deadline, or adjourn prior to the deadline. Also to note, the second funnel ended March 31, 2023. That means that any bill that originated in the House has to make it through a Senate Committee and any Senate bill must be approved by a House Committee. If that doesn't happen then the bill is considered "dead" for this year. There are, of course, exceptions. Ways and Means bills and bills introduced by leadership aren't covered by funnel deadlines.
While there were several child care bills introduced this year, there are only a few still active.
Childcare Wage Exemption (HF47)
Exempts from the income tax the wages received for performing certain childcare services.
Childcare Physicals (HF319)
Strikes the requirement that employees of childcare facilities must have a pre-employment physical exam.
Childcare Reimbursements (HF343)
Deems a child eligible for state childcare assistance if a parent is employed full-time as a childcare provider at an eligible childcare business. Prohibits co-payments but does allow the childcare center to charge for the
difference between the state reimbursement rates and the center’s rates.
Stay healthy and safe!
Debra Schrader
4 R Kids Executive Director
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