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HF 1015

A bill for an act prohibiting counties from charging a fee to operate a registered all-terrain vehicle or off-road utility vehicle on secondary roads.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa bill eliminates county fees for ATVs and off-road vehicles on secondary roads, removing local revenue while benefiting rural vehicle operators.

Subcommittee: Kraayenbrink, Townsend, and Zumbach.
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Bill Summary · HF 1015

Legislative bill overview

HF 1015 prohibits Iowa counties from charging registration or operational fees for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-road utility vehicles (ORVs) when operated on secondary roads. The bill passed the Iowa House with overwhelming support (87-5) and is currently in the Senate Ways and Means Committee after being referred on April 23, 2025.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects rural communities and ATV enthusiasts by eliminating a potential revenue source for county governments while reducing costs for vehicle operators. The sweeping House passage suggests broad bipartisan support, though it raises questions about how counties will maintain secondary roads and fund related services that may have been supported by these fees.

Potential points of contention

  • County revenue loss: Counties may lose discretionary funding for road maintenance, enforcement, or ATV-related infrastructure without identified replacement revenue sources
  • Fairness and user fees: Debate over whether operators should pay for road use/maintenance costs versus treating secondary road access as a public good
  • Implementation clarity: Uncertainty about whether this affects only registration fees, operational permits, or other ATV-related county charges; enforcement mechanisms are unclear

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

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