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Requiring proof of a valid driver’s license and financial liability coverage to renew the registration of a vehicle
Sponsored by Rep. Megan Jones (R)
Topics:Transportation
Where it is now
- Done: IntroducedJanuary 16, 2025
- Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 29, 2025
- Stopped: House committeeDied when the General Assembly ended
- Next: Passes the House
- Next: Senate committeeFunnel: by March 20, 2026
- Next: Passes the Senate
- Next: To the Governor
- Next: Signed into law
Died when the session ended The 2026 session adjourned on May 3, 2026, the General Assembly’s last regular session. Bills that didn’t pass both chambers died. What’s a funnel?
What’s in it
AI summary When people renew their vehicle registration, they must now show proof that they have a valid driver's license and insurance. County treasurers or the department of transportation will refuse to renew a registration if these items are not provided. This rule does not apply to certain vehicles, such as those owned by the government or motor vehicle dealers.1
Read the official explanation
Under current law, an annual vehicle registration is required to be renewed upon payment of the appropriate fee.20B, that financial liability coverage is in effect for the vehicle. The department of transportation or county treasurer is required to refuse registration renewal if an applicant does not comply with the bill. Financial liability coverage is generally required to be in effect for every motor vehicle driven on Iowa highways.18); a lienholder with a security interest in a motor vehicle that does not drive or move the vehicle; and motor vehicles owned by a motor vehicle dealer or wholesaler licensed pursuant to Code chapter 322.
House subcommittee
Named January 29, 2025. Meeting: Wednesday, February 5 · 2:30 PM · House Lounge.
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