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IA HF618

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Wills

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Iowa Code Section 321N.1, subsection 2, to clarify the definition of "digital network" as used by transportation network companies (such as rideshare services like Uber and Lyft)

  • Specifies that a "digital network" includes online-enabled applications, internet sites, or systems that allow riders to prearrange rides with transportation network company drivers

  • Explicitly states that a "digital network" is not considered a "product" under the Iowa Code

  • The distinction that digital networks are not products may affect how these platforms are treated under various state regulations, including potential product liability laws

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to digital networks utilized by transportation network companies.(See HF 897.)

Last Action

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 897.

3/7/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/26/2025

Full Bill Text

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