Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2065

Introduced
1/17/24  
Introduced
1/17/24  

Caption

A bill for an act requiring county recorders to notify persons of the filing of certain instruments.

Impact

This law aims to enhance transparency and accessibility in property transactions, helping property owners stay informed about changes or filings that might influence their assets. By streamlining communication via electronic means, the bill could foster greater engagement among citizens regarding their real property and related legal documents, potentially reducing instances of property fraud or misunderstandings concerning recorded instruments.

Summary

Senate File 2065 mandates the implementation of a notification system for county recorders to inform individuals when documents related to their property are recorded. Under this legislation, named parties to any recorded instrument are entitled to receive notifications via email or text message, ensuring timely communication on matters that could directly affect their property rights. The bill requires that county recorders have the system operational by January 1, 2025, allowing individuals to opt-in to the notification service by submitting a signed enrollment form specifying their contact information and the property interest they wish to monitor.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for improving communication and protection for property owners, some discussion may have centered on the logistics and financial implications of implementing such a system across various counties. Additionally, concerns may arise regarding privacy and the management of personal information by county recorders, ensuring that individuals' data remains secure while utilizing this new notification system.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA SF371

A bill for an act concerning county recorder policies and procedures including the imposition of fees and the establishment of funds, and including transition and effective date provisions.

IA SSB3130

A bill for an act relating to the provision of water service for manufactured home communities.

IA HF1031

A bill for an act relating to county recorder fees and land record information systems management. (Formerly HF 328.)

IA SF2245

A bill for an act relating to the creation of an extreme risk protective order against a person in possession of a firearm who presents a significant danger to the person's self or others, and providing penalties.

IA HF2581

A bill for an act relating to required timing for notices regarding underground facility excavations and enforcement of excavation provisions, and including penalties. (Formerly HSB 538.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SF2341

A bill for an act relating to victims of sexual assault including sexual abuse evidence, notification of rights, HIV-related testing of a convicted or alleged assailant, and testing, reporting, and counseling of a victim, and making penalties applicable.(Formerly SF 2067.)

IA SSB3169

A bill for an act relating to the siting and operation of certain wind energy conversion facilities.

IA SF2067

A bill for an act relating to victims of sexual assault including sexual abuse evidence, notification of rights, HIV-related testing of a convicted or alleged assailant, and testing, reporting, and counseling of a victim, and making penalties applicable.(See SF 2341.)

IA HF633

A bill for an act concerning county recorder policies and procedures including the imposition of fees and the establishment of funds, and including transition and effective date provisions.

IA HF2246

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.