Iowa · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HF 490: A bill for an act allowing police service dogs to receive emergency veterinary medical services while on duty.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HF 490 is a bill introduced in the Iowa House on February 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: A bill for an act allowing police service dogs to receive emergency veterinary medical services while on duty. Primary sponsor: Eric Gjerde (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 5, 2025): Subcommittee recommends passage.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Gjerde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 74 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Subcommittee recommends passage.
- Subcommittee Meeting: 03/05/2025 12:45PM RM 19.
- Subcommittee: Wheeler, Holt and Srinivas.
- Introduced, referred to Judiciary.