This bill outlines the appropriations for various state government departments in Iowa for the fiscal year 2025-2026, detailing specific funding allocations for salaries, support, maintenance, and miscellaneous purposes across multiple agencies, including the Department of Administrative Services, the Auditor of State, and the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board. Notably, the bill stipulates that unencumbered or unobligated funds for utility costs and certain appropriations shall not revert at the end of the fiscal year, allowing them to remain available for future use. Significant allocations include $14,343,523 for the Banking Division and $10,326,541 for the Insurance Division, which is authorized to utilize specific full-time equivalent positions for fraud investigation and financial exploitation complaints.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, focusing on the collection of license and registration fees, the establishment of a housing trust fund, and funding for the Racing and Gaming Commission. It emphasizes transparency by requiring the department to submit reports on its activities and financials, while also allowing for the reallocation of funds within the department to meet operational needs, with certain appropriations protected from reallocation. Furthermore, the bill establishes a cap of $17,525 on a standing appropriation for tobacco product manufacturer regulations and encourages the preference for purchasing Iowa products or those produced by Iowa-based businesses when utilizing appropriated funds, thereby promoting local economic interests.