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Relating to the prohibition of noncompete clauses in certain employment contracts entered into by the university of Iowa hospitals and clinics, and including effective date provisions
Sponsored by the House Health and Human Services Committee, Rep. Taylor R. Collins (R)
Topics:Health careHigher educationJobs & workers
Same legislation: HF 2072
Where it is now
- Done: IntroducedJanuary 14, 2026
- Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 14, 2026
- Done: House committeeJanuary 29, 2026
- Done: Passes the HouseFebruary 23, 202670–19
- Done: Senate committeeMarch 4, 2026
- Done: Passes the SenateApril 7, 202643–2
- Done: To the GovernorMay 11, 2026
- Done: Signed into lawJune 2, 2026
Signed into law What’s a funnel?
What’s in it
AI summary The Board of Regents will create a new rule that stops University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics from using noncompete clauses in contracts with doctors. This change means these hospitals cannot include terms that prevent physicians from working elsewhere after their employment ends. The rule applies to all new, extended, or renewed contracts with doctors.1
Read the official explanation
This bill relates to noncompete clauses in certain employment contracts entered into by the university of Iowa hospitals and clinics (UIHC). The bill directs the board of regents (board) to develop a policy prohibiting UIHC from including a noncompete clause in any contract with a physician. The bill provides that the prohibition applies to contracts entered into, extended, or renewed on or after the effective date of the bill. The bill defines “noncompete clause” and “physician”. The bill takes effect upon enactment.
Changed since by amendment S-5141; see Amendments.
Senate subcommittee
Named February 26, 2026. On March 3, 2026 it recommended amendment and passage.
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