Relating to proofs of publication of public notices

Where it is now

1. ✓
   Done: IntroducedFebruary 24, 2025
2. ✓
   Done: SubcommitteeFebruary 24, 2025
3. ✓
   Done: House committeeMarch 5, 2025
4. ✕
   Stopped: Passes the HouseDied when the General Assembly ended
5. Next: Senate committeeFunnel: by March 20, 2026
6. Next: Passes the Senate
7. Next: To the Governor
8. Next: Signed into law

Died when the session ended The General Assembly adjourned on October 2, 2026. Bills that didn’t pass both chambers died. What’s a funnel?

What’s in it

This bill relates to proofs of publication of public notices. The bill defines “proof of publication” as a document that includes the published document, date of publication, and the name of the newspaper of publication or a statement that the document was posted on the statewide public notice internet site, as applicable. The bill allows a newspaper to charge a fee, not to exceed the actual costs of preparation, for a proof of publication that includes additional elements, including a notarized affidavit requested by a government body. The bill categorizes a proof of publication as an admissible writing or record under the rules of evidence.

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 24, 2025 (as HSB 247). On March 4, 2025 it recommended passage.

• Rep. Heather Hora REmail
• Rep. Scheetz
• Rep. Derek Wulf REmail

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Iowa Code it changes

Amends§618.11

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