A bill for an act relating to trespass, and providing penalties. (Formerly HF 981.)

Iowa House File 2629, titled "A bill for an act relating to trespass, and providing penalties," aims to establish the criminal offense of unlawful squatting and outlines associated penalties. The bill was introduced by the House Judiciary Committee and is a successor to HF 981. It was engrossed on March 12, 2026, and a fiscal note was issued on March 31, 2026. ([legis.iowa.gov](https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/billTracking/billHistory?billName=HF2629&enhanced=false&ga=91&utm_source=openai))

As of now, there is no specific media coverage available regarding the positive reception of Iowa House File 2629.

Similarly, there is no specific media coverage available regarding the negative reception of Iowa House File 2629.