This bill amends the existing laws governing the commission on uniform state laws in Iowa. It stipulates that the governor's appointments to the commission must be confirmed by the senate, ensuring a level of legislative oversight in the appointment process. Additionally, the bill modifies the reporting requirements of the commission, mandating that it submit a report of its expenses to the legislative council for approval and a separate report of recommended legislation to both the speaker of the house and the president of the senate.

Furthermore, the bill updates the language regarding the commission's duties, replacing the term "report" with "submit" and refining the content of the reports. The commission is tasked with promoting uniformity in state laws and is expected to facilitate the uniform judicial interpretation of these laws. Overall, the changes aim to enhance accountability and transparency within the commission's operations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 5.1, 5.4