Iowa 91th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HF2137 — A bill for an act relating to businesses removing and disposing of wild animal carcasses, including licensing, reciprocity, possession, and reporting requirements for carcass removers.

Last action — Introduced, referred to Natural Resources. H.J. 134.

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced January 21, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Summary

A bill for an act relating to businesses removing and disposing of wild animal carcasses, including licensing, reciprocity, possession, and reporting requirements for carcass removers.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Subcommittee recommends passage.

  2. Subcommittee Meeting: 02/17/2026 12:00PM House Lounge.

  3. Subcommittee: Barker, Hermanson and Judge. H.J. 278.

  4. Introduced, referred to Natural Resources. H.J. 134.

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 149 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (149)

149 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HF2137 do?
A bill for an act relating to businesses removing and disposing of wild animal carcasses, including licensing, reciprocity, possession, and reporting requirements for carcass removers.
Who sponsors HF2137?
HF2137 is sponsored by Brett Barker (Republican).
What is the current status of HF2137?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced January 21, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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