Iowa HSB135 mandates education for recyclers of battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Iowa HSB135 requires individuals recycling battery electric motor vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric motor vehicles to complete a high-voltage battery safe handling and storage education program approved by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Beginning January 1, 2027, recyclers must display a program completion certificate next to their license. The DOT must approve these programs, which must award a certificate to successful participants. A person convicted of violating the bill is guilty of a serious misdemeanor.

Iowa HSB135 mandates education for recyclers of battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Iowa HSB135 requires individuals recycling battery electric motor vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric motor vehicles to complete a high-voltage battery safe handling and storage education program approved by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Beginning January 1, 2027, recyclers must display a program completion certificate next to their license. The DOT must approve these programs, which must award a certificate to successful participants. A person convicted of violating the bill is guilty of a serious misdemeanor.