IA HF2500

Creates new section 8A.311C declaring 19 types of contract provisions void as contrary to public policy in state agency procurement contracts, including indemnification clauses violating the Iowa Constitution, unknown or unilaterally changeable vendor terms, blanket confidentiality claims, and binding arbitration requirements.

Prohibits contract provisions that require state agencies to pay attorney fees in disputes, waive jury trial rights, pay taxes, accept risk of loss before receiving goods, or carry commercial insurance.

Bars provisions governing contracts by foreign state or nation laws, requiring litigation venues outside Iowa courts, or limiting the time for the state to bring legal claims shorter than Iowa law allows.

Establishes required contract terms under new section 8A.311D: all state agency vendor contracts shall be governed by Iowa law and any litigation must be brought in Iowa state or federal courts.

Applies to contracts entered into or renewed on or after July 1, 2026.