The bill amends Section 80.6 of the Iowa Code to establish a structured salary framework for peace officers within the Department of Public Safety. It specifies that the annual base salaries for various ranks will be determined as a percentage increase over the salaries of lower ranks. For instance, a sergeant will earn 15% more than a senior trooper, a lieutenant will earn 10% more than a sergeant, and this pattern continues up to the rank of colonel or director, who will earn 15% more than a major or assistant director. Additionally, sworn supervisors will receive the same wage, step, and merit increases negotiated under collective bargaining agreements.

The bill emphasizes that these salary adjustments are contingent upon legislative appropriations and the approval of the Department of Administrative Services, unless otherwise specified in a collective bargaining agreement. This structured approach aims to ensure equitable compensation based on rank and service length, thereby enhancing the financial framework for peace officers in Iowa.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 80.6