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IA HF206
Bill
Status
2/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Henry Stone
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AI Summary
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Amends Iowa Code section 321.438 to establish a specific minimum window tint standard of 50 percent light transmittance for front windshields, side windows adjacent to the driver, and sidewings forward of the driver
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Removes the Iowa Department of Transportation's authority to adopt rules establishing minimum transparency standards, instead codifying the requirement directly in statute
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Lowers the minimum transparency threshold from the current DOT rule of 70 percent light transmittance to 50 percent, allowing for darker window tint
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Maintains the existing exemption for law enforcement vehicles owned or leased by federal, state, or local agencies when operated as part of official duties
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Violations remain punishable by a scheduled fine of $70
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to motor vehicle window tint, and making penalties applicable.(See HF 766.)
Last Action
Withdrawn. H.J. 871.
3/31/2025