Legislation We Support:

In the 2023-24 legislative session, Iowans for Opportunity was proud to endorse Senate Study Bill 1004 and House File 349: Education, Workforce and Discharge Credits for People on Probation.

This legislation will improve Iowa’s probation system by creating a system of evidence-based earned time credits whereby individuals on probation can reduce their probation term by remaining compliant throughout their probation term; pursuing education and vocational training; and seeking and maintaining employment.

Individuals on probation could earn:

• A 90-day reduction in their probation term for completing a qualifying educational activity, to include earning a high school diploma, a high school equivalency certificate, academic degree, or completing a certified vocational, technical, or career education or training program; 

• A 30-day reduction in their probation term for each 6 months of verifiable employment averaging at least 30 hours a week; and 

• A 14-day reduction in their probation term for each full calendar month the defendant is in compliance with their probation terms.