Iowa HF2500 prohibits certain terms in state agency contracts and mandates others.

Iowa HF2500 establishes void provisions in state agency contracts, including those that require indemnification, assume debt, or limit legal claims. It mandates that contracts be governed by Iowa law and that litigation occur in Iowa courts. The bill also requires contracts to include provisions for venue, governing law, and settlement of disputes. The director of the Department of Administrative Services may waive these requirements if necessary to procure goods or services. The provisions apply to contracts entered into or renewed on or after July 1, 2026.

Iowa HF2500 prohibits certain terms in state agency contracts and mandates others.

Iowa HF2500 establishes void provisions in state agency contracts, including those that require indemnification, assume debt, or limit legal claims. It mandates that contracts be governed by Iowa law and that litigation occur in Iowa courts. The bill also requires contracts to include provisions for venue, governing law, and settlement of disputes. The director of the Department of Administrative Services may waive these requirements if necessary to procure goods or services. The provisions apply to contracts entered into or renewed on or after July 1, 2026.