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IA SF2374
Bill
Status
3/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Local Government
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AI Summary
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Adopts the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2023 edition as Iowa's electrical standard, while excluding specific sections 210.52(C)(3), 230.67, and 406.4(D)(4) from the adopted code.
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Modifies ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) requirements for kitchens to only apply to countertop receptacles, and exempts sump pumps and refrigerators from GFCI protection requirements.
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Exempts one-family dwellings, two-family dwellings, and townhouses from arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) requirements, and excludes kitchens and laundry areas from AFCI mandates.
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Prohibits political subdivisions from adopting local electrical codes more restrictive than the state's national electrical code and requires the board to conduct a consumer cost analysis before adopting future code changes.
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Includes a future repeal provision that automatically rescinds the 2023 NEC modifications upon adoption of the 2026 NEC edition by the electrical examining board.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the national electrical code, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 3097.)
Last Action
Subcommittee: Wheeler, Boden and Nielsen. H.J. 667.
3/12/2026