The bill amends Section 80.25 of the Code of Iowa to update the terminology and responsibilities of railway special agents. It allows the commissioner of public safety to appoint special agents who are regularly employed by a railroad corporation to protect the property of the railroad, its patrons, and employees. The term "common carrier by rail" is replaced with "railroad corporation," and it is specified that these special agents will not receive any compensation from the state.

Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement for railway special agents to cooperate with city, county, and state law enforcement agencies when investigating criminal offenses or crashes that involve residents or property within the state. It also defines "railroad corporation" in alignment with the definition provided in section 327D.2 of the Code.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 80.25