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Environmental Laws in Iowa.

Iowa environmental law combines federal regulation with state statutes administered by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Core issues include water and air quality, solid and hazardous waste, nutrient and agricultural-runoff regulation, and permitting.

Last verified: 2026-04-17

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Key Iowa Statutes

Iowa Environmental QualityIowa Code ch. 455B

Chapter 455B is Iowa’s core environmental-control statute, covering water and air quality, waste management, and DNR enforcement authority.

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