The bill appropriates funds for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to various departments within Iowa's justice system, allocating $10,539,176 to the Department of Justice. This funding includes $5,016,708 for victim assistance grants to support care providers for crime victims, as well as provisions for legal services for individuals in poverty, cybersecurity enhancements, and the hiring of additional staff contingent on federal funding. The Department of Justice is also required to maintain records of time spent representing other agencies and submit a report on funding sources outside the general fund.

In addition to the Department of Justice, the bill allocates over $300 million to the Department of Corrections for the operation of correctional facilities, emphasizing the maintenance of drug courts and the provision of educational and mental health programs for inmates. It allows for the reallocation of funds within the department to meet operational needs without eliminating programs and mandates a report on electronic monitoring and private-sector employment of offenders by January 15, 2026. The bill also includes appropriations for other justice-related entities, encourages procurement from Iowa state industries, and establishes provisions for training on domestic abuse and human trafficking at the Iowa law enforcement academy, while ensuring unencumbered funds from the state public defender's office are transferred to a juvenile justice improvement fund. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the operational capabilities of Iowa's justice system while promoting fiscal responsibility and support for local industries.