This bill amends the duties and appointment processes for the director of the Department of Corrections, superintendents, and district directors in Iowa. It specifies that the director will appoint superintendents and district directors with the advice and recommendations of the board of corrections, replacing the previous requirement for board approval. Additionally, the bill allows for the removal of superintendents and district directors without the necessity of a hearing before the board and the director, which was previously mandated.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the district director, who will have immediate custody and control over property used in connection with the district department, similar to the role of the superintendent. It also grants the director the authority to secure options to purchase, acquire, and sell real estate for institutional use, again with the advice and recommendations of the board rather than requiring their approval. The bill aims to streamline the appointment and removal processes while maintaining oversight through the board's recommendations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 904.301, 904.301A, 904.317