This bill establishes a reimbursement program for security expenses incurred by members of the Iowa General Assembly and statewide elected officials, including the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, auditor of state, treasurer of state, secretary of agriculture, and attorney general. Specifically, it provides for a one-time reimbursement of up to $5,000 for the installation of a home security system and a monthly reimbursement of up to $100 for the ongoing operation of such a system. To receive these reimbursements, officials must submit receipts to the appropriate administrative officer or the director of the department of administrative services.

The provisions of this bill will take effect with the convening of the 92nd General Assembly in January 2027, ensuring that members of the general assembly can access these reimbursements as part of their security measures. The bill amends several sections of the Code of Iowa to include these new reimbursement entitlements, thereby formalizing the financial support for the security of elected officials in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2.10, 7.8, 9.5, 11.30, 12.18, 13.9, 159.19