Your Capitol Voice: Eminent domain bill adds protections to property
“The bill restricts the ability to condemn private property for recreational purposes. I spent countless hours before the bill was even drafted speaking with Republicans, Democrats, city officials, and counties to ensure that everyone had…
Heartsill Happy with Eminent Domain Bill
“A bill that passed the Iowa House last week would weaken eminent domain laws. Representative Greg Heartsill tells KNIA/KRLS News that the legislation clarifies that land cannot be taken via eminent domain for recreational use,…
House moves to Curb eminent domain authority for lake projects
“The Iowa House has overwhelmingly approved a bill that would limit the authority state and local officials have to seize land for the development of lakes. Representative Bobby Kaufmann, a Republican from Wilton, says private…
Eminent domain bill passes Iowa house by large margin
“Legislation making it more difficult for governmental entities to take private land for recreational purposes sailed through the Iowa House 93-6 Monday. House File 219 adds landowner protections to Iowa’s eminent domain law. The catalyst…