Senate unanimously passes bill barring deferred sentences for sexual exploitation of a minor The Iowa Senate on March 24 adopted House File 2515, which prohibits deferred or suspended sentences for certain sexual-exploitation offenses involving minors; sponsor urged colleagues to 'serve out their sentences' and the bill passed by voice and roll-call (46–0).

The Iowa Senate has taken a bold stand by unanimously passing a bill that ensures sexual predators can't escape justice with deferred sentences.

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Votes at a glance: Senate roll-call on March 24, 2026 Summary of recorded Senate actions March 24: House File 2515 passed 46–0; House File 2527 passed 33–13 after amendment and substitution; Senate File 24 64 was moved to unfinished business on a 31–15 record vote.

Iowa Senate made waves on March 24, with House File 25 passing unanimously and a climate-related bill undergoing significant amendments!

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Iowa Senate refers House File 978 to Ways and Means; secretary reads House-passed bill message The Iowa Senate formally referred "House File 978" to the Committee on Ways and Means and received a House message reporting passage of a bill the secretary identified as House File 2739; the secretary's reading of the bill description in the transcript was garbled and some details were not clearly captured.

The Iowa Senate just referred House File 978 to the Committee on Ways and Means, but key details from the session were lost in translation—what's really at stake here?

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Senate approves a package of substituted house files; key votes and actions The Senate on March 23 adopted multiple substituted house files—HF2500, HF2202, HF2522, HF2619, HF2356, HF2643, HF2232, HF648 and HF766—with most passing unanimously (47–0) and HF766 passing 31–16. The chamber adopted several amendments, ordered multiple bills messaged to the House, and adjourned.

The Iowa Senate just passed a series of impactful bills with overwhelming support, setting the stage for crucial consumer protections and updates in drug regulations.

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Votes at a glance: key roll calls from the March 10 Senate floor The Senate recorded final actions on multiple bills March 10. Quick look: SF2404 (passed 32–13); SF2284 (passed 30–15); SF2418 (passed, roll-call noted); SF2428 (passed 45–0); SF2432 (passed 32–13); SF2438 (passed 45–0); SF2443 (passed 45–0); SF2453 (passed 45–0); HF703 (passed 43–2); SF2434 (failed 31–14).

The Iowa Senate made waves on March 10 with a series of critical votes, including a unanimous passage of key bills on education and public health.

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Iowa gambling enforcement and tax overhaul passes Iowa lawmakers approve bill expanding gambling enforcement powers, adjusting tax withholding rules, following recent FanDuel fine in Iowa.

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Democrat kerb stomps a waffle pattern onto her GOP opponent in Iowa last night. #SpecialElection #IowaSenate

Special election next Tuesday to fill Iowa Senate seat - Radio Iowa A special election next Tuesday, December 30, will fill a vacancy in the Iowa Senate. Democrat Clair Celsi of West Des Moines, who had been a senator since 2019, died in October at the age of 59. Thre...

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Family says central Iowa lawmaker now in hospice care “Senator Claire Celsi, our beloved wife, sister, mom, and grandma, has entered hospice care. Our family asks that you please respect our privacy during this difficult time. Thank you.”

Family says central Iowa lawmaker now in hospice care

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I may be naïve, but I wish a black woman would run to replace Ashley Hinson in IA-2, now that Hinson thinks she can run for the Senate to replace Joni Ernst as Trump‘s most loyal rep. That’s what SHE said she wanted to be, omg. 🤢🤮🤨 #Iowa #AshleyHinson #IowaSenate #JoniErnst #WeAreAllGoingToDie

Watch out, GOP: Democrats score big upset in deep-red state On Tuesday, Iowa Democrat Catelin Drey stunned Republicans by winning a deep-red s tate Senate seat, breaking the GOP’s supermajority in Des Moines. Her 10-percentage-point victory in state ...

"The national parties also pumped into tens of thousands of dollars, but the Democratic National Committee also deployed more than 30,000 volunteers, which may have tipped the scales."

They are WORKING. And it's working!

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When Democrats vote, Democrats win. Now, do the same next year with that fuckjng embarrassment Ernst. #IowaSenate

Who is Catelin Drey Husband? Biography, Age, Family & Career Learn all about Catelin Drey husband, biography, age, family, career, children, and political journey. Discover how the new Iowa Senate District 1 member is shaping Iowa politics in 2025.

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Democrat Catelin Drey wins Iowa Senate special election, breaking Republican supermajority National and state support from Republicans and Democrats poured into the race for Iowa Senate District 1 with the GOP supermajority in the balance.

Democrat Catelin Drey has pulled off a victory in a special election for the Iowa Senate, flipping a Republican-held seat and breaking the GOP's supermajority in the chamber for the first time in three years.

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Help Democrat #CatelinDrey break the GOP supermajority in the Iowa Senate! Help her win Iowa Senate 01 in the AUGUST 2025 #SpecialElection!

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I'm Tony Thompson, and I'm running for the Iowa Senate to build a better future for all hardworking Iowans and our families. It's time to solve real problems, and stop padding the pockets of the wealthy! #IowaSenate #TomorrowTogether

Help Democrat #CatelinDrey break the GOP supermajority in the Iowa Senate! Help her win Iowa Senate 01 in the August Special Election!

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#NathanSage for #IowaSenate looking good for some shake ups in Iowa and beyond! #SageForIowa @sageforiowa.bsky.social

Senate opens session with prayer by Dr. Benny Tate honoring national faith Senate session begins with prayer emphasizing faith and hope for the nation.

In a powerful start to the Iowa Senate meeting, Dr. Benny Tate's prayer reminded lawmakers of the vital role faith plays in leadership and governance.

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Iowa Senate passes multiple bills including school bus driver training and open meetings act Senate approves bills on school bus driver training and open meetings regulations.

The Iowa Senate just passed crucial legislation on school bus driver training and open meetings, while also celebrating community milestones!

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Senate acknowledges spring with opening prayer and multiple bill considerations Senate opens session with prayer and addresses several legislative bills for approval.

The Iowa Senate kicked off spring with a heartfelt prayer, setting a reflective tone as they tackled vital legislative issues that could reshape the lives of Iowans.

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Iowa’s Betrayal: Legalizing Discrimination, Igniting Economic Disaster, and the Fight to Overturn It How a Reckless Attack on Civil Rights Will Cost Iowa Its Economy, Reputation, and Legal Standing

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Iowa is attacking transgender protections, provided by the Iowa Civil Rights Act since 2007, in both the state house and senate this week. Please spread the word and tell them this is unacceptable! #IowaHouse #IowaSenate #TransRightsAreHumanRights

Iowa Senate hosts introductions and birthday celebrations during session Senator Peterson introduces his son while Senators enjoy donuts and celebrate birthdays.

The Iowa Senate session was a delightful blend of personal introductions, birthday celebrations, and heartfelt moments that showcased the camaraderie among senators.

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For context, the House’s bill currently has increased funding set for 2.25%, and the governor has proposed 2%.

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