Iowa § 22A.2 - 22A.2 Personal information protected.
Full text of Iowa Iowa Code § 22A.2 — 22A.2 Personal information protected., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22A.2. 22A.2 Personal information protected.
1. A public agency shall not do any of the following: a. Require an entity which is exempt from taxation under section 501(c) of the federal Internal Revenue Code to provide the public agency with personal information. b. Release, publicize, or otherwise disclose personal information in the possession of the public agency without the express, written permission of every member, supporter, volunteer, and donor of the tax-exempt entity identified in the information and the tax-exempt entity. c. Request or require a current or prospective contractor with the public agency to provide the public agency with a list of entities exempt from taxation under section 501(c) of the federal Internal Revenue Code to which the contractor has provided financial or nonfinancial support. 2. This section does not prohibit any of the following: a. Disclosure of personal information pursuant to a lawful warrant issued by a court of competent jurisdiction. b. Disclosure of personal information pursuant to a lawful request for discovery if all of the following requirements are met: (1) The requestor demonstrates a compelling need for the personal information by clear and convincing evidence. (2) The requestor obtains a protective order barring disclosure of personal information to any person not directly involved in the litigation. c. Disclosure of personal information pursuant to an agreement between a public agency and an entity which is exempt from taxation under section 501(c) of the federal Internal Revenue Code. d. Disclosure of personal information included in judicial proceedings that are public pursuant to section 602.1601. However, upon petition of an entity which is exempt from taxation under section 501(c) of the federal Internal Revenue Code, the court shall seal a case file that is otherwise public pursuant to section 602.1601 to protect the personal information contained in that file. 2021 Acts, ch 120, §3 Wed Dec 10 22:13:41 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 22A.2 (4, 0)
Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 22A.2
What does Iowa Code § 22A.2 cover?
Section 22A.2 ("22A.2 Personal information protected.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Iowa § 22A.2?
A common citation format is "Iowa Code § 22A.2" (Iowa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Iowa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Iowa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Iowa attorney.
How does Iowa § 22A.2 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Iowa can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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