In a renewed debate at the Iowa Statehouse, Rep. Steven Holt, R-Denison, spoke on a contentious gender identity bill. The discussion underscores ongoing tensions surrounding gender identity legislation in Iowa, highlighting its continued relevance.

Iowa lawmakers are considering a new measure that could allow young hunters to fulfill their entire safety course requirement online. The bill, advanced by a House subcommittee, may remove the in-person training mandated under current law.

Lawmakers in Iowa are renewing their focus on cancer legislation after only one of five proposed bills passed in 2025. With midterm politics and federal funding uncertainties looming, advocates hope to see more comprehensive action this year.