The bill amends various sections of the Iowa Code related to the administrative procedures for law enforcement officers, particularly concerning the revocation or suspension of their certification. Notably, it removes certain paragraphs from Section 80B.11 and Section 80B.13A, clarifying that finality in appeals includes exhaustion of all available actions, including civil service actions. The bill also introduces new provisions that specify the grounds for revocation actions, stating that no grounds other than those expressly provided in the section may be maintained. Additionally, it mandates that investigative reports concerning law enforcement officers must be provided to the officers or their legal counsel upon request.

Furthermore, the bill enhances confidentiality protections for peer support counselors involved in crisis interventions, ensuring that they cannot disclose confidential communications made during these sessions. It broadens the definition of "officer" to include various emergency service providers and modifies the definition of "peer support counselor" to reflect a more inclusive range of individuals who can provide support. The bill is deemed of immediate importance and takes effect upon enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 80B.13A
Reprinted: 80B.11, 80B.13A, 622.10