William A. Dotzler Jr.

Iowa Senate · District 31

William A. Dotzler Jr.
Democrat Senate District 31

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Chamber Senate
District 31

Sponsored Bills (6)

HF 2265 Dead

Voucher Eligibility Limits

A bill for an act modifying provisions related to eligibility for payments under the education savings account program, and including effective date provisions.

This bill modifies who can receive Education Savings Account (ESA) voucher payments in Iowa. It appears to restrict eligibility for the voucher program that redirects public education funding to private schools.

HF 2613 Dead

Education Savings Reporting

A bill for an act relating to reporting requirements for accredited nonpublic schools and the department of education concerning education savings account funds.

This bill requires accredited nonpublic schools to report on education savings account funds. It could impact how public money is used in private schools, potentially affecting rural school funding.

HF 2632 Dead

Bond Election Reform

A bill for an act relating to bond election requirements applicable to school districts.

This bill changes the rules for school districts holding bond elections, which are used to fund school construction and maintenance. The exact impact depends on the specifics of the requirements.

HF 2612 Dead

Civic Absence Policy

A bill for an act requiring boards of directors of school districts, the authorities in charge of accredited nonpublic schools, and the governing boards of charter schools to adopt policies related to excusing the absences of students enrolled in grades six through twelve for civic or political events.

This bill requires schools to excuse absences for students in grades 6–12 who participate in civic or political events. It aims to encourage student engagement in community and government activities.

HF 2422 Dead

Transfer on Death Deeds

A bill for an act relating to creation of transfer on death deeds and to disclaimers of an interest in real property.

This bill creates a legal mechanism allowing property owners to transfer real estate to beneficiaries upon death without going through probate, similar to how bank accounts can have beneficiaries. It also includes provisions for disclaiming (refusing) inherited property interests.

HF 2631 Dead

Family Leave Insurance

A bill for an act relating to a family leave and medical leave insurance program that provides for paid, job-protected leave for certain family leave and medical leave reasons for eligible employees of specified employers.

This bill creates a paid family and medical leave program for eligible workers, allowing them to take time off for reasons like childbirth, adoption, or serious health conditions without losing income or job security. It aims to balance work and family needs while protecting employees’ employment status.