Iowa

Overview of Iowa law, statistics, legislation, and news stories related to Safe Haven Baby Boxes.

Law

• Section 233.1 – 233.6 (baby box provisions effective July 1, 2023)

Legislation

2023

• HF425 – Amends the Iowa Safe Haven law to allow a “newborn safety device” (baby box) to be installed at state-approved Safe Haven locations for the anonymous relinquishment of infants up to 90 days of age.

Hearings/Testimony/Letters

• Call to Action HF425, April 24, 2023
• Bastard Nation Letter of Opposition to HF425, April 24, 2023

News &Commentary

2023

• A Safe Haven: Fort Dodge to have first “baby box” in Iowa, Fort Dodge Messenger, May 19, 2023
• Governor signs Bbaby Box” bill, Fort Dodge Messenger June 2, 2023

Updated June 4, 2023