Iowa
Overview
Iowa has not passed supported decision-making legislation. There are no new supported decision-making bills pending. We have not located any case law specifically recognizing supported decision-making, but it may still be required as a less restrictive alternative to guardianship.
Guardianship Laws
Iowa Code ยงยง 231E.1 to .13; 633.552 to .721
Supported Decision-Making
Case Law & Court Orders
None found
State Grant Programs
None awarded
Other Resources
- Guardianship and Conservatorship in Iowa Issues in Substitute Decision Making
- Publication: Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council: Issues in Substitute Decision-Making
- PowerPoint: Individualized Planning and Services, Iowa Association of Community Providers
- Publication: Substitute Decision Makers Task Force for the Iowa Department of Elder Affairs, Alternatives to Guardianship and Conservatorship for Adults
Information Last Updated: January 24, 2025