Bill > HF2720

This bill, effective July 1, 2026, amends Iowa law regarding name changes in dissolution of marriage (divorce) or annulment proceedings. It clarifies that either party can request a name change as part of the divorce or annulment decree, specifically allowing them to revert to the name on their birth certificate or the name they had before marriage. If a party wishes to change their name to something other than these two options, they must follow the separate legal process outlined in chapter 674 of the Iowa Code. Importantly, if a name change is granted under the birth certificate or pre-marriage name option, the court will issue a separate document confirming the name change, which will not include any details about the divorce or annulment itself.