This bill amends various provisions related to the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) in Iowa. It allows DIAL and its associated boards to adopt standards by reference to publications that are freely accessible online, without the need to post the publication on their own websites. Additionally, the bill grants DIAL the authority to administratively close complaints that do not allege violations of relevant laws or rules, and it clarifies the department's power to establish or revise fees for services provided by its boards. Furthermore, the bill expands DIAL's investigative responsibilities to include compliance with state or federal laws when an executive branch entity has a written agreement with DIAL.

The bill also emphasizes the confidentiality of private information related to individuals licensed or seeking licensure through DIAL, allowing disclosure only under specific legal circumstances. It removes the previously established fee structure for fire and accident inspections and transfers the responsibility for adopting rules regarding parking spaces for persons with disabilities from the Department of Public Safety to DIAL. Overall, the bill aims to streamline processes within DIAL, enhance its investigative capabilities, and protect the privacy of individuals interacting with the department.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17A.6, 10A.402, 10A.403, 321L.5, 321L.8