Iowa · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HF 2398: A bill for an act relating to the authorized possession of firearms on school property, including for certain drivers of school vehicles, firearms locked in vehicles, and retired peace officers, and including effective date provisions.

In committee Last action February 11, 2026: Introduced, referred to Public Safety.

Plain-language summary

HF 2398 is a bill introduced in the Iowa House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A bill for an act relating to the authorized possession of firearms on school property, including for certain drivers of school vehicles, firearms locked in vehicles, and retired peace officers, and including effective date provisions. Primary sponsor: Jason Gearhart (Republican), Zach Dieken (Republican), Samantha Fett (Republican), Henry Stone (Republican), Steve Bradley (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2026): Introduced, referred to Public Safety.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jason Gearhart (Republican); Zach Dieken (Republican); Samantha Fett (Republican); Henry Stone (Republican); and 1 more.