Iowa · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HF 2521: A bill for an act relating to the abandonment of cats and dogs including delivery to an animal shelter or pound, and making penalties applicable.

Passed one chamber Last action April 6, 2026: Amendment S-5155 filed.

Plain-language summary

HF 2521 is a bill introduced in the Iowa House on February 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A bill for an act relating to the abandonment of cats and dogs including delivery to an animal shelter or pound, and making penalties applicable. Primary sponsor: COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT. Most recent recorded action (April 6, 2026): Amendment S-5155 filed.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT.