On February 16, 2026, the ABPA submitted opposition to Iowa Senate Study Bill 3154 (2026), which establishes materially different standards for first-party and third-party claims that risk steering outcomes based on statutory preference rather than consumer choice. First-party claims are directed toward aftermarket parts priced within a rigid geographic radius, while third-party claims default to new OEM parts unless affirmative consent is obtained. This imbalance does not enhance consumer protection and instead encourages higher-cost repairs regardless of vehicle age, condition, or owner preference.
