House File 381 is a comprehensive legislative act aimed at updating and clarifying various sections of the Iowa Code to align with current practices and resolve inconsistencies. Key amendments include changing terminology from "chapter" to "subchapter" in Section 8.76, updating references to cloud computing in Section 8.85, and modifying agency operation language in Sections 8E.208 and 8E.209. The bill also addresses the adoption of standards by licensing boards in Section 10A.506, the creation of funds in Sections 15.412 and 84A.21, and clarifies claims against the state in Section 25.8, among other provisions. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline legal language and ensure that the Iowa Code accurately reflects the operational standards of state agencies.

Additionally, House File 381 introduces new provisions regarding the licensing of interpreters, allowing for temporary licenses under supervision for those who do not meet standard requirements. It emphasizes confidentiality regarding penalties and mandates annual reporting on educational metrics, particularly for veterans. The bill also clarifies vehicle registration responsibilities, specifying plate display requirements for different vehicle types and updating common carrier obligations. Furthermore, it enhances definitions related to urban renewal projects, public utilities, and pipeline construction, ensuring compliance with current legal standards and improving clarity throughout the Iowa Code.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8.76, 8.85, 8.2, 8E.209, 10A.506, 17A.6, 15.412, 25.8, 28E.7, 28E.9, 68B.2, 8.44, 84A.21, 96.7, 96.8, 123.30, 123.44, 135.22B, 135B.1, 135B.14, 135B.16, 144.5, 144.20, 147.80, 147.87, 147.88, 154E.3, 154E.3A, 155A.18, 186.4, 204.14E, 216.3, 216.8B, 216.8C, 216.15, 216.6A, 231.14, 231.23, 231.33, 600B.41, 232.44, 232.49, 256.11, 262.9, 277.31, 321.37, 327D.17, 357A.6, 358C.12, 358C.20, 362.1, 362.9, 364.2, 403.14, 414.22, 414.27, 455B.133, 455B.266, 477C.3, 477C.4, 478.4, 546.12, 479B.30, 481A.6, 481A.39, 481A.34, 489.102, 489.401, 509A.1, 514C.12A, 514C.6, 515.12, 527.3, 537.2510, 322.2, 592.9, 362.2, 625A.3, 625A.6, 708.1, 714.19, 714.17, 904.301B, 915.37
Enrolled: 8.76, 8.85, 8.2, 8E.209, 10A.506, 17A.6, 15.412, 25.8, 28E.7, 28E.9, 68B.2, 8.44, 84A.21, 96.7, 96.8, 123.30, 123.44, 135.22B, 135B.1, 135B.14, 135B.16, 144.5, 144.20, 147.80, 147.87, 147.88, 154E.3, 154E.3A, 155A.18, 186.4, 204.14E, 216.3, 216.8B, 216.8C, 216.15, 216.6A, 231.14, 231.23, 231.33, 600B.41, 232.44, 232.49, 256.11, 262.9, 277.31, 321.37, 327D.17, 357A.6, 358C.12, 358C.20, 362.1, 362.9, 364.2, 403.6, 403.14, 414.22, 414.27, 455B.133, 455B.266, 477C.3, 477C.4, 478.4, 546.12, 479B.30, 481A.6, 481A.39, 481A.34, 489.102, 489.401, 509A.1, 514C.12A, 514C.6, 515.12, 527.3, 537.2510, 322.2, 592.9, 362.2, 625A.3, 625A.6, 708.1, 714.19, 714.17, 904.301B, 915.37