Iowa HF971 establishes a scenic byways enhancement fund for the support and maintenance of scenic byways.

Iowa HF971 creates a scenic byways enhancement fund in the state treasury, controlled by the Department of Transportation. The fund receives moneys from voluntary contributions made during vehicle registration renewals. The fund supports the development, maintenance, and enhancement of scenic byways, including litter prevention. Up to 5% of the collected moneys may be retained by the county treasurer for the county's general fund. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026.

Iowa HF971 establishes a scenic byways enhancement fund for the support and maintenance of scenic byways.

Iowa HF971 creates a scenic byways enhancement fund in the state treasury, controlled by the Department of Transportation. The fund receives moneys from voluntary contributions made during vehicle registration renewals. The fund supports the development, maintenance, and enhancement of scenic byways, including litter prevention. Up to 5% of the collected moneys may be retained by the county treasurer for the county's general fund. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026.