Iowa HSB720 modifies public library governance, shifting oversight from city library boards of trustees to city councils, and mandates.

Iowa HSB720 introduces changes to public library governance and age-appropriate content policies. Effective July 1, 2026, the bill transfers oversight and administrative authority of city libraries from existing library boards of trustees to city councils. These councils can establish advisory boards to provide recommendations on library services, programs, budgeting, and long-range planning. The bill also requires libraries to enforce age-appropriate policies, prohibiting minors from accessing materials deemed inappropriate for their age.

Iowa HSB720 modifies public library governance, shifting oversight from city library boards of trustees to city councils, and mandates.

Iowa HSB720 introduces changes to public library governance and age-appropriate content policies. Effective July 1, 2026, the bill transfers oversight and administrative authority of city libraries from existing library boards of trustees to city councils. These councils can establish advisory boards to provide recommendations on library services, programs, budgeting, and long-range planning. The bill also requires libraries to enforce age-appropriate policies, prohibiting minors from accessing materials deemed inappropriate for their age.