During the 2025 session, Iowa legislators voted to eliminate the Brucellosis and Tuberculosis Eradication Fund and the associated programs in Senate File 646. Effective July 1, 2025, Iowa taxpayers will no longer be assessed a property tax levy to support the fund and vaccine reimbursements.

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will continue reimbursing Iowa veterinarians for brucellosis vaccinations administered through June 30, 2025. Veterinarians should submit vaccine vouchers to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship by July 31 to receive reimbursement.

Costs for brucellosis vaccinations administered on or after July 1, 2025, will not be reimbursed.

If you have questions or need assistance submitting your vaccine voucher, please contact Blake Ehler at blake.ehler@iowaagriculture.gov.