Iowa SF494 prohibits state agencies and local governments from regulating residential gardens.

Iowa SF494, known as the "Freedom to Garden Act," prohibits state agencies and local governments from regulating residential gardens. This includes preventing the adoption or continuation of any regulation that prohibits individuals from establishing, maintaining, or benefiting from a residential garden on properties they own or lease. The bill emphasizes the importance of sustainable use of residential gardens for personal nourishment and well-being. Exceptions include regulations related to trespassing, theft, poaching, public or private nuisances, and certain public health threats.

Iowa SF494 prohibits state agencies and local governments from regulating residential gardens.

Iowa SF494, known as the "Freedom to Garden Act," prohibits state agencies and local governments from regulating residential gardens. This includes preventing the adoption or continuation of any regulation that prohibits individuals from establishing, maintaining, or benefiting from a residential garden on properties they own or lease. The bill emphasizes the importance of sustainable use of residential gardens for personal nourishment and well-being. Exceptions include regulations related to trespassing, theft, poaching, public or private nuisances, and certain public health threats.