Fiscal Note
Fiscal Services Division
SF 2326 – Pelican Study, Department of Natural Resources (LSB6061SV)
Staff Contact: Austin Brinks (515.725.2200) austin.brinks@legis.iowa.gov
Fiscal Note Version – New
Description
Senate File 2326 requires the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to conduct a one-year
study on pelican predation on fish and other aquatic wildlife that reside in the waters of the
State. The Bill requires the DNR to appoint three members of the public to assist and guide the
study. The Bill also requires the DNR to consult with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; and local, state, and federal elected representatives.
The Bill requires that the DNR submit a report and recommendations to the General Assembly
by December 1, 2025.
Background
The Iowa Wildlife Action Plan, which was created in 2006 and updated in 2015, is a
comprehensive 25-year strategy for the conservation of all wildlife in Iowa. The American White
Pelican is listed in the plan as a species of Greatest Conservation Need in Iowa, and as
Apparently Secure in Nation on the national ranking. The State has one breeding colony along
the Mississippi River in Clinton County.
Assumption
The cost of the study will be similar to past studies conducted by the DNR, and the DNR will
enter into a contract with one of the State universities to complete the study.
Fiscal Impact
The DNR estimates the cost of completing this study to be $125,000, which will be funded from
the Fish and Wildlife Trust Fund.
Sources
Legislative Services Agency
Department of Natural Resources
/s/ Jennifer Acton
February 21, 2024
Doc ID 1446796
The fiscal note for this Bill was prepared pursuant to Joint Rule 17 and the Iowa Code. Data used in developing this
fiscal note is available from the Fiscal Services Division of the Legislative Services Agency upon request.
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