Iowa
Governors Highway Safety Association
The States' Voice on Highway Safety
Media Coverage
April 2, 2025
KCRG: Gov. Reynolds signs law banning handheld use of cellphones while driving
Iowa is joining 30 other states with a “hands free” law. This summer, drivers will have to put their phones down when they’re behind the wheel.
GHSA Reports
July 13, 2023
Impact of Compliance-Based Removal Laws on Alcohol-Impaired Driving Recidivism
This study examined the impact of ignition interlock device (IID) Compliance-Based Removal (CBR) laws and recidivism.
News Releases
July 13, 2023
Study Finds Ignition Interlock Compliance-Based Removal Laws Help Reduce Drunk Driving Repeat Offenses
A GHSA study shows that state laws preventing ignition interlock device removal until the convicted offender can prove compliance can help reduce repeat offenses.