Iowa Chapter 27 — Reserved is a section of the Iowa Code that reserves certain rights for the state, such as the right to regulate fisheries, the right to regulate public lands, and the right to regulate public utilities. It also reserves the right of the state to enter into contracts for public works, and other activities. Iowa Chapter 27 — Reserved is divided into three main categories: Reserved Rights, Reserved Power, and Reserved Authority. Under Reserved Rights, the state is granted the right to enact laws to regulate fisheries, public lands, and public utilities. Under Reserved Power, the state is given the authority to enter into contracts for public works and other activities. Finally, Reserved Authority grants the state the power to delegate certain powers to local governments, such as the power to issue bonds and the power to enter into contracts for public works.