The bill amends the Iowa Code to streamline the management of public safety answering points (PSAPs) by transferring responsibilities from joint 911 service boards to local emergency management commissions. It eliminates the requirement for a two-thirds majority agreement from the joint 911 service board for the local emergency management commission to oversee emergency telephone system activities. New provisions require these commissions to submit an annual five-year plan detailing 911 service infrastructure needs and an inventory of agency resources. Additionally, the bill mandates compliance with federal security policies for accessing criminal justice information and designates the county sheriff as the responsible official for security and compliance.

The legislation also emphasizes the consolidation of responsibilities by replacing references to "joint 911 service boards" with "local emergency management commissions" throughout the relevant sections. It limits each county to one PSAP, with exceptions for cities spanning multiple counties, which must establish agreements for managing 911 call allocations. The bill outlines financial responsibilities for local emergency management commissions regarding 911 service costs and requires all entities involved in 911 services to execute written agreements for reform or consolidation. Key deadlines are set for the submission of agreements by July 1, 2027, and the completion of all transfers by July 1, 2030, while ensuring that affected employees receive hiring preferences for similar positions in Iowa. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 29C.9, 34A.2, 34A.11, 80.28, 34A.2A, 34A.7, 34A.20, 34A.7A