Data Privacy · Iowa
Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act
SF 262 - enacted in Iowa.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2023
- Enacted
- 21
- States with data privacy laws
- 31/100
- Iowa strictness
The bottom line
Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act is an enacted law in Iowa, part of a mature, broadly-adopted data privacy landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2025-01-01
- 21
- states have data privacy laws
- 21/21
- data privacy laws enacted nationally
- 31/100
- Iowa strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Iowa legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act
Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act (SF 262) is an enacted law in Iowa under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2023-03-28 and becomes effective on 2025-01-01. Iowa currently reports 2 tracked regulations with 2 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 31/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 21 data privacy statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 21 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Iowa within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in SF 262 itself.
Applicability under Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act: 100K+ IA consumers, or 25K+ with 50%+ data sale revenue. Penalty exposure is documented as: $7,500/violation. AG with 90-day cure (permanent). Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed..
Summary
Business-friendly with permanent 90-day cure period.
Key Requirements
Access, deletion, portability, opt-out. Sensitive data consent. No universal opt-out requirement.
Penalties
$7,500/violation. AG with 90-day cure (permanent).
Applicability
100K+ IA consumers, or 25K+ with 50%+ data sale revenue.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed.
Official Source
https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=90&ba=sf262How Iowa compares on data privacy
21 states regulate data privacy - Iowa ranks #16 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 62 |
| 5 | Minnesota | 62 |
| 6 | Oregon | 62 |
| 7 | Delaware | 59 |
| 8 | Virginia | 59 |
| 9 | Utah | 55 |
| 10 | Florida | 48 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have data privacy regulations?
As of the last verification, 21 states have enacted data privacy regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Iowa is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all data privacy regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act enacted?
Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act was enacted on 2023-03-28 and became effective on 2025-01-01. It was introduced as SF 262.
What are the penalties for violating Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act?
$7,500/violation. AG with 90-day cure (permanent). Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act apply to small businesses?
100K+ IA consumers, or 25K+ with 50%+ data sale revenue. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does Iowa compare to other states on data privacy?
Iowa has a regulatory strictness score of 31/100, based on 2 enacted regulations out of 2 tracked. Nationally, 21 states have enacted data privacy laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act?
The official text of Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act (SF 262) is available from the Iowa legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for data privacy compliance.
- Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act is enacted in Iowa, effective 2025-01-01. Official source
- 21 states now regulate data privacy; Iowa ranks #16 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Iowa tracks across all five policy areas. Iowa profile
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