State • Iowa
HF 2498: A bill for an act enacting the interstate podiatric medical licensure compact.
COMMITTEE ON STATE GOVERNMENTEnacted
HF 2498 status: Enacted — Signed by Governor (updated Jun 2, 2026).
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What this bill does
Overall score
Score85/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 45/100
Bill summary
OfficialA bill for an act enacting the interstate podiatric medical licensure compact.. Currently in House.
Key analysis
Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan90%
Public opinion80%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct effect identified
Risks
- No direct effect identified
Economy
Positive Outlook
75%
Benefits
- Increases labor mobility for podiatrists
- Reduces administrative barriers for medical professionals
Risks
- Minor regulatory compliance costs for state boards
Society
Positive Outlook
80%
Benefits
- Increases patient access to specialized podiatric care
- Maintains high safety standards through multi-state information sharing
Risks
- Potential for increased complexity in multi-state disciplinary investigations
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Confidence
highhigh
Analysis status
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Warning
Complex governance structure of the Interstate Commission may lead to administrative overhead
Limitation
Effects dependent on adoption by a minimum of four states
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Where it stands
Signed by Governor.
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