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HF 2388Renumbered as HF 2638 · February 19, 2026

Relating to public records, including employment separation information for certain government employees, contractors, or appointees

Sponsored by Rep. Gary M. Mohr (R)

Topics:State government

Same legislation: HF 2638

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Also covers HF 2638.

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Where it is now

  1. Done: IntroducedFebruary 10, 2026
  2. Done: SubcommitteeFebruary 12, 2026
  3. Done: House committeeFebruary 17, 2026
  4. Done: Passes the HouseMarch 12, 202691–0
  5. Next: Senate committeeFunnel: by March 20, 2026
  6. Next: Passes the Senate
  7. Next: To the Governor
  8. Next: Signed into law

Became HF 2638 → Its progress continues under the new number. Go to HF 2638 What’s a funnel?

What’s in it

Under current law, a person has the right to examine and copy a public record.7 provides a list of public records that must be kept confidential unless otherwise ordered by a court, by the lawful custodian of the records, or by another person duly authorized to release such information, including personal information in confidential personnel records of government bodies.7(11) provides that certain personal information in confidential personnel records is considered a public record. This bill further specifies that certain personal information in confidential personnel records regarding the separation of government employees, contractors, or appointees is a public record, regardless of whether the information is set forth in a written document, contract, agreement, or arrangement.

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Such information includes the last date of work, the reasons for separation including any alleged misconduct or breach of contract, and any moneys or public benefits provided beyond compensation for work performed prior to the individual’s last day as an employee, contractor, or appointee for the government body.

From the explanation printed with the bill as introduced, written by the Legislative Services Agency. Amendments adopted later aren’t reflected. Full bill text

House subcommittee

Named February 12, 2026. On February 16, 2026 it recommended amendment and passage.

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Iowa Code it changes

Amends§22.7

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Lobbying

3 for · 0 against · 23 undecided · Who →

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Where this legislation came from and where it went: earlier tries, the versions it moved through this Assembly, and later bills built on it.

91st General Assembly

HF 2388RenumberedHF 2638Passed a chamberfrom HF 2388

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