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IA HF2093
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Wills
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AI Summary
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Fathers of children born out of wedlock would be liable for expenses related to the mother's pregnancy and the child's birth, expanding current obligations beyond just "confinement" costs.
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Blood or genetic tests of the child, mother, or alleged father cannot be conducted until after the child's birth.
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Trials to establish paternity cannot be held until after the child's birth (unless all parties consent) and must occur no earlier than 20 days after the respondent is served notice.
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If genetic tests are conducted, the trial must be held no earlier than 30 days after test results are filed with the district court.
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The bill amends multiple sections of Iowa Code Chapter 600B to update gendered language and clarify that third parties who provide support can also pursue recovery from the father once paternity is established.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to a father's obligation for payment of expenses including those related to a mother's pregnancy and the birth of a child born out of wedlock.
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Health and Human Services. H.J. 113.
1/15/2026