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Iowa GOP Moves to Limit Governor's Powers Ahead of 2026

2/17/2026

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Iowa House Republicans advanced bills aimed at reducing the governor's powers ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
On February 16, 2026, a subcommittee approved House File 2413.
The bill would require the General Assembly to approve any new major administrative rules from agencies.
It would also shorten gubernatorial appointees' terms to four years.

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Iowa House Republicans advanced bills aimed at reducing the governor's powers ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
On February 16, 2026, a subcommittee approved House File 2413.
The bill would require the General Assembly to approve any new major administrative rules from agencies.
It would also shorten gubernatorial appointees' terms to four years.