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AED Laws in Iowa (2026)
Short answer: Iowa has no statewide school AED mandate today: 2026 Act (SF 2474, ch.1140) only orders a DOE report on school AEDs and CERPs. There is no statewide gym AED mandate. Like every state, it gives Good Samaritan immunity to people who use an AED in good faith. Verified 1 Oct 2026 against the state code and the SCA Foundation review.
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Iowa AED requirements at a glance
| Setting | Status in Iowa | What we found | Law |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-12 schools | No statewide mandate found | 2026 Act (SF 2474, ch.1140) only orders a DOE report on school AEDs and CERPs | None found |
| Gyms and health clubs | No statewide mandate found | Not among the 14 states the SCA Foundation lists | see sources |
| Government buildings | No statewide mandate verified | No state-building mandate verified | none found |
| Private workplaces | No general mandate found | No general private workplace mandate found | none found |
| Good Samaritan immunity | Yes | Protects people who use an AED in good faith | SCA Foundation review of state laws |
AEDs in Iowa schools
Iowa has no statewide school AED mandate today. 2026 Act (SF 2474, ch.1140) only orders a DOE report on school AEDs and CERPs. Districts and athletic associations can still require one, so check your district policy.
AEDs in Iowa gyms and health clubs
Iowa has no statewide AED mandate for gyms or health clubs. Many clubs still keep one because members are high-risk and insurers ask about it.
Workplaces and government buildings in Iowa
We found no general Iowa law that requires private employers to have an AED, and no verified mandate for state buildings. Federal OSHA does not require AEDs either, though it encourages employers to consider them. Local fire codes and building codes can add requirements, so check with your local authority.
Good Samaritan protection in Iowa
Every state protects people who use an AED in good faith from civil liability (SCA Foundation review of state AED laws). Most of these laws expect the AED to be maintained and, in some states, registered with local EMS. A unit with expired pads or a dead battery can weaken the protection.
Iowa AED law: questions buyers ask
Are AEDs required in Iowa schools?
Iowa has no statewide school AED mandate today: 2026 Act (SF 2474, ch.1140) only orders a DOE report on school AEDs and CERPs.
Do gyms in Iowa need an AED?
No. Iowa has no statewide gym AED mandate.
Is there Good Samaritan protection for AED use in Iowa?
Yes. Iowa protects people who use an AED in good faith from civil liability.
Do Iowa employers have to provide an AED?
No general Iowa law requires private employers to have one. OSHA encourages AEDs but does not require them.
Sources
Last verified 1 Oct 2026. This page summarises the law for buyers and is not legal advice. Read the statute or ask counsel before you rely on it.