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Iowa Life Jacket Rules (2026)

Conditional: Under Iowa law, any child under age 13 must wear a life jacket at all times while on a vessel, including canoes, kayaks and paddleboards.

ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026

Under Iowa law, any child under age 13 must wear a life jacket at all times while on a vessel, including canoes, kayaks and paddleboards.

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