Governor Reynolds’ Workforce Legislation
The legislation for Gov. Kim Reynolds’ proposal to address workforce priorities has not been filed yet. We are still waiting to see the language and will keep ABI members updated as soon as the bill is filed.
HSB 511: Increasing Child Care Slots
The House Human Resources Committee passed legislation that will allow for an increase of the number of young children that may be watched by an individual child care worker. The legislation, which was a recommendation by Governor Reynolds’ Child Care Task Force, seeks to expand the number of childcare slots available. A key issue under ABI’s workforce priority is to support innovative solutions and incentives to help businesses and employees overcome barriers to employment, such as childcare. We expect a number of other childcare bills to be considered this year as well.
ABI Position: Support
HSB 541/SSB 3046: Last Dollar Scholarship Expansion
House and Senate Education Subcommittees advanced legislation that expands eligibility for those seeking to qualify for a last dollar scholarship under the Future Ready Iowa program. The bills would allow those who enroll part-time in an academic year to now be eligible for a scholarship.
ABI Position: Support
SF 496: Prohibiting Low-Wage Noncompete Agreements
The House Commerce Committee approved legislation that would null and void any noncompete agreement where an individual would earn a monthly wage that is less than or equal to $14.50 an hour....
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