Filed March 12, 2026 in the House by
What it changes
- Page 1, by striking lines 2 through 7 and inserting: “___. Page 1, line 14, after “format.” by inserting “Such a subpoena shall not include personal computers, personal telephones, or other personal electronic devices.” ___. By striking page 1, line 32, through page 2, line 12, and inserting: “
- The state board of regents or the community college board of directors, as applicable, may conduct an inquiry or investigation regarding a violation of this chapter. As part of that inquiry or investigation, and in accordance with the Iowa rules of civil procedure, the board may issue a subpoena for the production of records, including but not limited to books, accounts, papers, correspondence, memoranda, files, or other documents in a print or electronic format. Such a subpoena shall not include personal computers, personal telephones, or other personal electronic devices. If a person refuses compliance, the board may seek enforcement by the district court.
- Notwithstanding section 13.7, the state board of regents or the community college board of directors, as applicable, may contract with special counsel to assist in either or both the investigation and legal action against a public institution of higher education for an alleged violation of this chapter.””
- By renumbering as necessary.