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IA HF2337

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Education

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Falsely representing oneself as possessing an academic degree or credentials for employment or personal gain becomes a fraudulent practice under Iowa Code Section 714.8
  • The offense is classified as fraudulent practice in the fifth degree, which applies to fraud involving amounts not exceeding $300
  • Violators must act knowingly and with intent to deceive to be charged under this provision
  • The bill passed the Iowa House on March 12, 2026, and amends existing fraud statutes rather than creating new standalone legislation

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to fraudulent practices involving academic credentials and making penalties applicable. (Formerly HF 2091.)

Last Action

Subcommittee: Taylor, Evans, and Knox.

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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