This bill appropriates $600,000 from the general fund of the state to the state board of regents for the fiscal year 2026-2027. The funds are designated specifically for supporting a water quality monitoring network that will be supervised by the Iowa flood center at the state university of Iowa.

The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining and enhancing water quality monitoring efforts in Iowa, reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship and public health. The appropriation aims to ensure that the Iowa flood center has the necessary resources to effectively manage and oversee this critical network.