Iowa · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HF 2256: A bill for an act exempting a parent’s or legal guardian’s inability to access appropriate behavioral or mental health treatment for their child from the definition of child abuse.

Enacted Last action May 6, 2026: Signed by Governor.

Plain-language summary

HF 2256 is a bill introduced in the Iowa House on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A bill for an act exempting a parent’s or legal guardian’s inability to access appropriate behavioral or mental health treatment for their child from the definition of child abuse. Primary sponsor: COMMITTEE ON HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. Most recent recorded action (May 6, 2026): Signed by Governor.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: COMMITTEE ON HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.