HF 2126: Relating to statute of limitations for dental malpractice claims and including applicability provisions

What it does

This bill relates to statute of limitations for dental malpractice claims.1 provides certain time periods civil actions may be brought by a claimant. Under current law, a claimant may pursue a malpractice claim for injury or death arising out of patient care within two years after the date the claimant knew or should have known, or received notice of the injury or death, whichever date occurs first. The bill specifies that a civil action brought by a claimant against any dentist, dental surgeon, registered dental hygienist, or registered dental assistant for injury or death arising out of patient dental care may be brought by the claimant within five years after the date the claimant knew or should have known, or received notice of the injury or death, whichever date occurs first.

Lobbying · 2 for, 2 against

For: Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers; Iowa Association for Justice

Against: Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers; Iowa Dental Association

In plain words

1. January 21, 2026Filed in the House and sent to the Judiciary committee