Introduced
Iowa : 2025-2026 Regular Session : BILL HF927
A bill for an act relating to the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere.(Formerly HF 191.)
Sponsor: Rep Environmental Protection
Bill Details
A bill for an act relating to the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere.(Formerly HF 191.)
Bill summary (AI generated)
Core Prohibitions The Main Ban: The bill prohibits the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere within Iowa's borders if the emission is done for the express purpose of affecting: Temperature Weather The intensity of sunlight Overrides Other Laws: This prohibition applies notwithstanding any other existing laws to the contrary. Administrative Actions Responsible Agency: The Environmental Protection Commission is required to adopt rules to enforce this section. Emergency Powers: The Commission is authorized to adopt emergency rules to administer this prohibition. These rules become effective immediately upon filing (unless a later date is specified). Public Notice: Any rules adopted must also be published as a "notice of intended action." Legal Definitions New Classification: The bill creates a new legal section (Section 708C.1) titled "Geoengineering." Code Amendment: It amends Section 455B.133, Code 2025, by adding a new subsection mandating these rules.
History
The bill HF927, titled "A bill for an act relating to the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere," was introduced on March 12, 2025. Following its introduction, two amendments (H-1071 and H-1167) were filed, and the bill was subsequently referred to the Environmental Protection committee on April 3, 2025. As the bill is currently active, the next steps involve the Environmental Protection committee reviewing the bill and the proposed amendments. The committee will discuss its merits and may make further amendments before voting on whether the bill should proceed to the full legislative body for a vote. Depending on the outcome of this committee review, the bill could progress forward or potentially encounter delays.
- Wed 12 Mar 2025 Introduced, placed on calendar. H.J. 611.
- Wed 12 Mar 2025 Amendment H-1071 filed. H.J. 639.
- Mon 24 Mar 2025 Amendment H-1167 filed. H.J. 792.
- Thu 03 Apr 2025 Referred to Environmental Protection. H.J. 897.
Bill text (Transcribed)
Iowa : 2025-2026 Regular Session : BILL HF927
A bill for an act relating to the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere.(Formerly HF 191.)
HOUSE FILE 927
BY COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(SUCCESSOR TO HF 191)
A BILL FOR
An Act relating to the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF IOWA:
Section 1. Section 455B.133, Code 2025, is amended by adding the following new subsection:
NEW SUBSECTION. 11. Adopt rules pursuant to section 708C.1 prohibiting the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere within the borders of this state when such emission occurs for the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of the sunlight.
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, rules adopted pursuant to this subsection shall be controlling.
Sec. 2. NEW SECTION. 708C.1 Geoengineering.
1. Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere within the borders of this state when such emissions occur for the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of sunlight is prohibited.
2. The environmental protection commission shall adopt rules pursuant to chapter 17A to administer this section.
The environmental protection commission may adopt emergency rules under section 17A.4, subsection 3, and section 17A.5, subsection 2, paragraph “b”, to administer this section and the rules shall be effective immediately upon filing unless a later date is specified in the rules. Any rules adopted in accordance with this subsection shall also be published as a notice of intended action as provided in section 17A.4.
EXPLANATION
The inclusion of this explanation does not constitute agreement with the explanation’s substance by the members of the general assembly.
This bill prohibits the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere with the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of sunlight, notwithstanding any other law to the contrary.
The environmental protection commission currently adopts rules relating to air quality. The bill requires the commission to adopt rules expounding on the bill’s prohibitions. The bill allows the environmental protection commission to adopt emergency rules to implement the bill’s prohibition.
A bill for an act relating to the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere.(Formerly HF 191.)
HOUSE FILE 927
BY COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(SUCCESSOR TO HF 191)
A BILL FOR
An Act relating to the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF IOWA:
Section 1. Section 455B.133, Code 2025, is amended by adding the following new subsection:
NEW SUBSECTION. 11. Adopt rules pursuant to section 708C.1 prohibiting the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere within the borders of this state when such emission occurs for the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of the sunlight.
Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, rules adopted pursuant to this subsection shall be controlling.
Sec. 2. NEW SECTION. 708C.1 Geoengineering.
1. Notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere within the borders of this state when such emissions occur for the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of sunlight is prohibited.
2. The environmental protection commission shall adopt rules pursuant to chapter 17A to administer this section.
The environmental protection commission may adopt emergency rules under section 17A.4, subsection 3, and section 17A.5, subsection 2, paragraph “b”, to administer this section and the rules shall be effective immediately upon filing unless a later date is specified in the rules. Any rules adopted in accordance with this subsection shall also be published as a notice of intended action as provided in section 17A.4.
EXPLANATION
The inclusion of this explanation does not constitute agreement with the explanation’s substance by the members of the general assembly.
This bill prohibits the intentional emission of air contaminants into the atmosphere with the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of sunlight, notwithstanding any other law to the contrary.
The environmental protection commission currently adopts rules relating to air quality. The bill requires the commission to adopt rules expounding on the bill’s prohibitions. The bill allows the environmental protection commission to adopt emergency rules to implement the bill’s prohibition.