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 all available actions, including civil service actions. It also establishes that revocation actions can only be maintained on grounds expressly provided in the section, and any pending actions outside these grounds will be dismissed. Additionally, it stipulates that officers whose certifications were suspended do not need to apply for reinstatement after completing their suspension.

Furthermore, the bill enhances confidentiality protections for communications made during peer support crisis interventions, ensuring that counselors cannot disclose confidential information obtained from officers or civilian employees. It broadens the definition of "officer" to include various emergency service providers and modifies the definition of "peer support counselor" to encompass a wider range of individuals trained to provide emotional 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