Iowa Code § 322A.19: Jurisdiction.

1. A condition, stipulation, or provision in a franchise restricting jurisdiction to a forum outside this state is void.

2. A condition, stipulation, or provision in a franchise providing that the franchisee consents to the jurisdiction of a forum outside this state is void.

3. A civil action or proceeding arising out of a franchise may be commenced wherever jurisdiction over the parties or subject matter exists, even if the franchise limits actions or proceedings to a designated jurisdiction.