The bill establishes a grant program within the Iowa Department of Justice aimed at supporting a nonprofit organization that operates sexual assault forensic examination centers. The attorney general is tasked with contracting an eligible nonprofit organization that meets specific criteria, including being incorporated in Iowa, employing sexual assault nurse examiners, and maintaining treatment facilities dedicated to serving sexual assault survivors. The contract can be terminated by the attorney general for good cause after a hearing.
The nonprofit organization is required to provide a range of services to sexual assault survivors, including medical forensic services, and to facilitate training for medical practitioners, law enforcement, and the public on sexual assault services and prevention. Additionally, the organization must adopt a cooperative team approach to service delivery, ensuring the best interests of survivors are prioritized. The bill allows the nonprofit to seek additional funding from other sources and clarifies that it is not considered a state agency under certain Iowa Code chapters.