This bill amends the default speed limit for all vehicular traffic in Iowa, increasing it from 55 miles per hour (MPH) to 60 MPH. The bill also outlines that when updating speed limit signs due to this change, the relevant agency may use nonpermanent overlays or stickers approved by the Department of Transportation (DOT) to display the new speed limit until the existing signs are replaced according to the agency's replacement schedule.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that it does not alter the existing speed limit ranges for certain violations or the minimum speed limit that local authorities can set. The penalties for exceeding the speed limit remain unchanged, with fines varying based on the degree of the violation. Overall, the legislation aims to modernize speed limits while maintaining current enforcement and penalty structures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321.285