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House approves repeal of Iowasmart-planning advisory guidance
Summary
House passed House File 2618 to repeal chapter 18B(advisory "smart planning" principles), with supporters saying the chapter creates confusion for local governments and opponents warning of unintended effects; the bill passed (71-25).
Representative from Decatur opened debate on House File 2618, saying the bill "eliminates the smart planning principles from Iowa code," arguing the chapter is only advisory and creates confusion for counties and cities about what is required. Representative Zabner (Johnson) responded that housing costs and supply are the top concern constituents raise and said the state guidance does not address cost or supply; she said she supports the legislation to align local efforts to lower housing costs.
After brief discussion the measure was moved to final passage and the clerk recorded the vote: those voting aye 71, those voting no 25. The chair declared the bill to have received a constitutional majority and passed the House. The transcript records no further procedural directions for next steps on this floor action.
