This bill amends the Animal Agriculture Compliance Act in Iowa by revising the definition of a confinement feeding operation to include those that are partially roofed, as indicated in the amended Code section 459.102(15). Additionally, it establishes a moratorium on the construction and expansion of confinement feeding operation structures, which encompasses buildings for animal confinement, manure storage, and egg washwater. However, there is an exception for small animal feeding operations, allowing them to continue construction. The bill also permits individuals to complete construction if they had already begun prior to the bill's effective date.

The bill emphasizes compliance with existing air and water quality regulations, imposing civil penalties for violations. Specifically, violations of air quality regulations can result in penalties of up to $10,000, while water quality violations may incur similar administrative penalties or judicially assessed penalties of up to $5,000. The bill is deemed of immediate importance and takes effect upon enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 459.102