These new laws are taking effect in Iowa July 1

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: June 30, 2026

Words: 1,437

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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Many of the laws advanced during the 2026 legislative session take effect Wednesday, including measures restricting access to abortion-inducing medication, increasing the speed limit on two-lane highways and limiting future governors’ powers during public health and disaster emergencies.

July 1, the beginning of the state’s fiscal year, is the default date for new laws to be enacted, unless otherwise specified.

Several measures passed this session went into effect immediately, including laws banning public entities …

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