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Iowa Code §715C.1 et seq.

Individual deadline
No fixed limit
Trigger standard
Risk of harm
AG / regulator
Required
Notice to individualsin the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay
Risk-of-harm standardno notice if, after investigation or law-enforcement consultation, no reasonable likelihood of financial harm (written determination retained 5 years)
Encryption safe harborYes, encrypted data (key not compromised) generally exempt.
Regulator noticeIowa Attorney General (Consumer Protection Division), required above 500 residents; within 5 business days
Written notice to Consumer Protection Division
Credit reporting agenciesNo CRA-notice requirement.
Substitute noticeTypically available above $250,000 cost / 500,000 affected (verify).
Private right of actionNo, enforcement by the state.

Rule last verified July 10, 2026 · confidence med. This is a reference summary, not legal advice; verify against the current statute. How we compile this →

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