Iowa · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SF 2161: A bill for an act defining coercive control and including it in the definition of domestic abuse.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SF 2161 is a bill introduced in the Iowa Senate on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A bill for an act defining coercive control and including it in the definition of domestic abuse. Primary sponsor: Scott Webster (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Webster | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 47 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
- Subcommittee Meeting: 02/17/2026 10:30AM Senate Lounge.
- Subcommittee: Webster, Dickey, and Petersen.
- Introduced, referred to Judiciary.