Protect conscience and speech of medical practitioners

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Iowa · HF571 / SF220 / HSB139

Protect conscience and speech of medical practitioners

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Provides protections for medical practitioners and health care institutions, including for the exercise of conscience, whistleblower activities, and free speech, with penalties. Signed by the Governor in May 2026.

Doctors and nurses should be free to follow their conscience and speak openly without fear of reprisal.

Last action: Signed by Governor. H.J. 1165. (May 19, 2026)
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