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HF 2168

A bill for an act creating a state remittance tax and including applicability provisions.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Zach Dieken

Iowa proposes creating a new state remittance tax; details on scope and rate pending Commerce Committee review.

Introduced, referred to Commerce.
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Bill Summary · HF 2168

Legislative bill overview

HF 2168 proposes creating a new state remittance tax in Iowa. The bill was introduced on January 27, 2026, and referred to the Commerce Committee for consideration. Specific details about the tax rate, scope, and remittance requirements are not yet publicly available in standard legislative summaries.

Why is this important

A new remittance tax could generate state revenue or address specific fiscal concerns, but would also create compliance obligations for businesses or individuals involved in money transfers. The real-world impact depends entirely on which transactions are taxed, at what rate, and how broadly the law applies—details that will determine whether this affects individual taxpayers, businesses, or both.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and definition: Whether "remittance" covers all money transfers, only international transfers, or specific payment methods remains unclear and could significantly affect who bears the tax burden
  • Economic competitiveness: Taxing remittances could disadvantage Iowa businesses compared to neighboring states without such taxes, potentially pushing transactions elsewhere
  • Regressive impact: If the tax applies broadly to personal remittances, it may disproportionately affect lower-income workers who rely on money transfers to support families

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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