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IA HF2679

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Transportation

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Iowa Code Section 321.1, subsection 76 to expand the definition of "specially constructed vehicle" to include motorcycles assembled by non-manufacturers
  • Motorcycles assembled by individuals qualify as specially constructed vehicles if they lack the federal certification label required under 49 C.F.R. pt. 567, regardless of whether built under a distinctive name, make, model, or type
  • Registration of specially constructed vehicles requires a $30 application fee, a statement from the Iowa Department of Transportation authorizing title and registration, and a physical inspection
  • Physical inspection verifies compliance with the "specially constructed vehicle" definition, proper identification of component parts, and rightful ownership—not vehicle safety conditions
  • Owners must certify on a DOT-prescribed form that the completed vehicle complies with all equipment specifications under Iowa Code chapter 321

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to specially constructed motorcycles.(Formerly HF 2439.)

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends passage.

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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