(Des Moines, IA) — A handful of laws in Iowa are going into effect at the start of the new year. This includes House File 674, which increases vehicle registration and title fees. Applications for initial registration and a title of a vehicle or commercial vehicle will increase from 20 to 30-dollars. The new fee will also apply for applications for a replacement copy of a title, a new title upon transfer, and more.
Another law going into effect on January 1st is the Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act, which was created to protect the personal information of Iowa consumers. The law also outlines penalties for controllers who violate the new requirements.
enate File 345 is another law going into effect soon. It outlines regulations for anyone who sells or delivers tobacco products. Under the new law, retailers have to have permits from the city or county to continue their services.
