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IA HF777
Bill
Status
3/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Transportation
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AI Summary
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Allows insurers to obtain a salvage certificate of title for damaged or stolen vehicles without surrendering the original certificate of title by submitting supporting documents such as power of attorney, duplicate title application, or odometer statement evidencing ownership transfer
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Requires supporting documents to be signed under penalty of perjury if not notarized, and permits electronic signatures in accordance with Iowa's electronic transactions law
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Mandates insurers indemnify and hold harmless the Department of Transportation for any claims resulting from titles issued under this process
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Violations of title and registration requirements constitute a simple misdemeanor with a $135 fine; false swearing or affirmation is a class "D" felony punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment and fines of $1,025 to $10,245
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Takes effect January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to applications for a motor vehicle salvage certificate of title by an insurer without surrendering the certificate of title or manufacturer's or importer's statement of origin, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 179.)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
1/28/2026