Iowa Senate File 2414 introduces new requirements for employers utilizing automated decision systems in employment-related decisions [1]. The bill establishes definitions for "artificial intelligence" and "automated decision system" [2], and mandates written notice to employees directly affected by such systems, specifically excluding hiring decisions [3]. This notice must inform employees about the types of decisions affected, data categories used, and key parameters [4].

Who does SF 2414 affect?

Organizations operating in Iowa that use artificial intelligence or automated decision systems for employment-related decisions affecting current employees are within scope. This includes employers across various sectors leveraging AI for performance evaluations, work assignments, scheduling, or other material employment terms, but explicitly excludes hiring decisions [3]. Business functions such as HR, compliance, and legal will need to review system deployments and employee communication practices.

What is the current status of SF 2414?

As of the last published update, SF 2414 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced".

Where can I find the primary source for SF 2414?

The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1601426&q=artificial+intelligence. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill.

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SF 2414 — IA, US

SF 2414 is an AI governance legislation from IA, currently introduced. Iowa employers must provide advance written notice to employees regarding AI-powered employment-related decision systems, excluding hiring [3]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-02-19.

Status & timeline

Regulatory stage: introduced
Bill status: introduced
Authority / governing body: Iowa Legislature
Chamber: senate
Document type: legislation

Next deadline: January 1, 2027 for systems in use as of the Act's effective date [Sec. 4.1.b]; 30 days before new deployments [Sec. 4.1.a]; within 30 days of hiring for new employees [Sec. 4.1.c].

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Full obligation matrix

Actor	Obligation	Deadline	Source
employer	Provide a written notice that an automated decision system is in use for employment-related decisions (other than hiring decisions) to directly affected employees or their authorized representatives.	30 days before first deployment	—
employer	Provide a written notice that an automated decision system is in use for employment-related decisions (other than hiring decisions) to directly affected employees or their authorized representatives.	2027-01-01 (for systems in use as of Act's effective date)	—
employer	Provide a written notice that an automated decision system is in use for employment-related decisions (other than hiring decisions) to new employees.	30 days of hiring	—
employer	Ensure the written notice contains the type of employment-related decisions potentially affected by the automated decision system.	ongoing	—
employer	Ensure the written notice contains a general description of the categories of employee-input data the automated decision system will use, the sources of employee input data, and how employee input data will be collected.	ongoing	—
employer	Ensure the written notice contains any key parameters known to disproportionately affect the output of the automated decision system.	ongoing	—

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Enforcement risk score

/ 100

Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

hr_director Identify all automated decision systems currently used for employment-related decisions (excluding hiring decisions) within the organization.
general_counsel Review the definitions of 'artificial intelligence', 'automated decision system', 'employee', 'employer', and 'employment-related decision' to confirm scope.
compliance_officer Develop and document a process for providing written notices to employees at least 30 days before deploying any new automated decision system for employment decisions.
hr_director Plan and execute the delivery of written notices to all current employees affected by existing automated decision systems by January 1, 2027, if the bill is enacted. (2027-01-01)
hr_director Integrate the provision of written notices about ADS use into the onboarding process for new employees, to be completed within 30 days of hiring.
data_scientist For each automated decision system, document the specific employment-related decisions it affects, its input data categories, data sources, collection methods, and any key parameters known to disproportionately affect its output.
general_counsel Draft a standard written notice template that includes all information required by Section 91F.2, ensuring clarity and legal compliance.

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class: high
Procurement categories: hr_tech, productivity_assistants, other

Vendors supplying AI/ML-driven tools for HR, performance management, or other employment-related decisions must be prepared to provide detailed transparency information about their systems to their employer clients, enabling those clients to comply with the mandated employee notice requirements.

Sample vendor questions

Can your system be classified as an 'automated decision system' under Iowa SF 2414's definitions?
What categories of employee-input data does your system use, what are their sources, and how is the data collected?
Can you provide documentation regarding any key parameters in your system known to disproportionately affect its output for employment-related decisions?
How can your company assist us in meeting the employee notice requirements outlined in Iowa SF 2414?

Intelligence briefs (1)

legislation introduced 2/19/2026

Iowa Senate Bill Mandates Employee Notice for Employer AI Decision Systems

Iowa employers must provide advance written notice to employees regarding AI-powered employment-related decision systems, excluding hiring [3].

This establishes a new deployer obligation for AI transparency in employment decisions, signaling a growing focus on worker protections.

Deadline: January 1, 2027 for systems in use as of the Act's effective date [Sec. 4.1.b]; 30 days before new deployments [Sec. 4.1.a]; within 30 days of hiring for new employees [Sec. 4.1.c].

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Frequently asked questions

What is SF 2414?: Iowa Senate File 2414 introduces new requirements for employers utilizing automated decision systems in employment-related decisions [1]. The bill establishes definitions for "artificial intelligence" and "automated decision system" [2], and mandates written notice to employees directly affected by such systems, specifically excluding hiring decisions [3]. This notice must inform employees about the types of decisions affected, data categories used, and key parameters [4]. Primary source →
Why does SF 2414 matter?: This establishes a new deployer obligation for AI transparency in employment decisions, signaling a growing focus on worker protections. Primary source →
Who does SF 2414 affect?: Organizations operating in Iowa that use artificial intelligence or automated decision systems for employment-related decisions affecting current employees are within scope. This includes employers across various sectors leveraging AI for performance evaluations, work assignments, scheduling, or other material employment terms, but explicitly excludes hiring decisions [3]. Business functions such as HR, compliance, and legal will need to review system deployments and employee communication practices. Primary source →
What are the key dates for SF 2414?: January 1, 2027 for systems in use as of the Act's effective date [Sec. 4.1.b]; 30 days before new deployments [Sec. 4.1.a]; within 30 days of hiring for new employees [Sec. 4.1.c]. Primary source →
What is the current status of SF 2414?: As of the last published update, SF 2414 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for SF 2414?: The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1601426&q=artificial+intelligence. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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Iowa Senate Bill Mandates Employee Notice for Employer AI Decision Systems

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