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Senate delays repeal date tied to Boy Scouts bankruptcy proceedings in SF 2489
Summary
Senate File 2489 amends a previously passed law so its repeal date is tied to the conclusion of bankruptcy proceedings (including appeals) involving the Boy Scouts of America rather than a calendar date; floor sponsors urged broad support and the bill passed unanimously.
Senator Kreinbrink told the Senate that Senate File 2489 would remove the calendar sunset date from a prior statute and instead make the repeal contingent on the conclusion of bankruptcy proceedings and all appeals against the Boy Scouts of America. He described the change as necessary given the ongoing bankruptcy process and moved the bill for final passage.
Senator Petersen thanked colleagues for leadership on the issue and described the importance of not financially penalizing survivors whose abuse occurred in Iowa. The Senate adopted the measure and passed SF 2489 by recorded vote (47–0). The floor reading of the amended bill title clarified the civil-action-related subject matter.
