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IA SF2136
IA SF2136A bill for an act relating to marriage license requirements by requiring premarriage legal counseling.
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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill requires parties applying for a marriage license to complete one hour of premarriage legal counseling provided by an attorney. The bill directs the judicial branch, in consultation with a private legal organization representing lawyers in this state, to prescribe the content of the counseling, including basic legal information concerning common marriage, divorce, and child custody issues. A marriage license will not be issued unless the parties submit documentation confirming completion of the required counseling.
AI Summary
This bill requires individuals applying for a marriage license to first complete one hour of premarriage legal counseling provided by an attorney, with the judicial branch, in consultation with a private legal organization representing lawyers, determining the content of this counseling, which will include basic legal information on common marriage, divorce, and child custody matters. A marriage license will only be issued if the applicants provide proof that they have completed this mandatory counseling.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Subcommittee: Green, Bisignano, and Webster. S.J. 171. (on 01/29/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF2136 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/SF2136.html |
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