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SF 208

A bill for an act providing that sexual attraction to minors is not a protected class for purposes of the Iowa civil rights Act.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sandy Salmon

Overview: SF 208 is a bill that aims to exclude sexual attraction to minors from being considered a protected class under the Iowa Civil Rights Act.Purpose and Intent: The bill's p

Subcommittee recommends passage.
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Bill Summary · SF 208

Overview: SF 208 is a bill that aims to exclude sexual attraction to minors from being considered a protected class under the Iowa Civil Rights Act.

Purpose and Intent: The bill's primary goal is to prevent individuals who are sexually attracted to minors from being able to claim discrimination based on their sexual orientation. The rationale is to protect minors from potential exploitation and abuse.

Key Provisions:
- Explicitly states that sexual attraction to minors is not a protected class under the Iowa Civil Rights Act
- Prohibits individuals with a sexual attraction to minors from filing discrimination claims based on their sexual orientation

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals with a sexual attraction to minors would be excluded from civil rights protections related to their sexual orientation
- Minors would be protected from potential exploitation and abuse by those with a sexual attraction to them

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the subcommittee stage, where it has been recommended for passage. The next step would be consideration by the full committee before potentially moving to a floor vote in the Iowa Senate.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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