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Read. Follow. Verify.Iowa Bill Raises Maximum Age for Department of Public Safety Peace Officers to 67
Last action · January 14, 2026: Subcommittee: Pike, Dotzler, and Sires. S.J. 89 .Sponsor: Charlie McClintock
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What This Bill Would Do
Senate File 2016 increases the maximum employment age for s within the Iowa Department of Public Safety from 65 to 67 years of age.
Extends the working lifespan eligibility for state law enforcement personnel, allowing officers to continue active service for two additional years before reaching the mandatory retirement age.
Who It Would Affect
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peace officers in the department of public safety
Peace officers are permitted to remain employed by the department until age 67 instead of being required to stop at age 65.
Key Facts
- Senate File 2016 amends section 80.36 of the Code of Iowa, 2026.
- The maximum age to be employed as a peace officer in the department of public safety is increased from 65 to 67 years of age.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
2 actions- Jan 14, 2026SenateSubcommittee: Pike, Dotzler, and Sires. S.J. 89 .
- Jan 12, 2026SenateIntroducedIntroduced, referred to Workforce. S.J. 37 .
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- Controversy10Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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