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Relating to the color of light displayed by headlamps and auxiliary driving lamps, and making penalties applicable
Sponsored by Rep. Joshua Meggers (R)
Topics:Public safety & emergenciesTransportation
Same legislation: HF 2120
Where it is now
- Done: IntroducedJanuary 13, 2026
- Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 13, 2026
- Done: House committeeJanuary 20, 2026
- Skipped: Passes the HouseContinued as HF 2120
- Next: Senate committee
- Next: Passes the Senate
- Next: To the Governor
- Next: Signed into law
Became HF 2120 → Its progress continues under the new number. Go to HF 2120 What’s a funnel?
What’s in it
AI summary Drivers would be prohibited from using headlights or extra driving lights that shine any color other than white. People who break this rule could face a fine of $45. This change does not affect the colors required for turn signals or other signal lamps.1
Read the official explanation
This bill prohibits a motor vehicle from being equipped with headlamps or auxiliary driving lamps that display light that is a color other than white. A person who violates Code section 321.385 or 321.403 commits a simple misdemeanor punishable by a $45 scheduled fine. The bill does not affect the color requirements for signal lamps under Code sections 321.317 and 321.404.
House subcommittee
Named January 13, 2026. On January 15, 2026 it recommended passage.
Three legislators hear a bill first and recommend what the committee should do; it’s the best time to weigh in. How to take part
1 written public comment to its subcommittee: January 15, 2026 (1) · on the Legislature’s site
Iowa Code it changes
Lobbying
2 for · 0 against · 4 undecided · Who →
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