Iowa HSB140 modifies probation terms by introducing discharge, educational, and workforce credits.

Iowa HSB140 introduces new credit systems for defendants on probation, effective July 1, 2026. Discharge credits reduce probation by 14 days for each compliant month. Educational credits reduce probation by 90 days upon earning a high school diploma, high school equivalency certificate, or academic degree. Workforce credits reduce probation by 30 days for each six-month period of verifiable employment. Probation officers must account for these credits twice a year.

Iowa HSB140 modifies probation terms by introducing discharge, educational, and workforce credits.

Iowa HSB140 introduces new credit systems for defendants on probation, effective July 1, 2026. Discharge credits reduce probation by 14 days for each compliant month. Educational credits reduce probation by 90 days upon earning a high school diploma, high school equivalency certificate, or academic degree. Workforce credits reduce probation by 30 days for each six-month period of verifiable employment. Probation officers must account for these credits twice a year.