Eligibility restrictions for food assistance programs head to governor’s desk

By: Kathie Obradovich

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: April 30, 2026

Words: 570

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Republican-backed legislation restricting eligibility for federal food assistance programs is headed to the governor’s desk over the objections of Democrats, who said it would worsen food insecurity in the state.

The Iowa Senate amended House File 2422 Thursday afternoon and sent it to the House on a 27-16 vote. The House accepted the change and gave the bill its final approval on a 59-24 vote.

Sen. Scott Webster, R-Bettendorf, said the amendment “makes it …

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