This bill amends Section 507E.8 of the Iowa Code to expand the scope of investigations related to insurance fraud involving adjusters, appraisers, and umpires. Specifically, it adds Code chapters 522C and 522F to the list of chapters under which individuals employed by the insurance division and designated as peace officers can conduct investigations and make arrests for criminal violations. This inclusion allows for a more comprehensive approach to addressing insurance fraud by ensuring that law enforcement powers extend to those involved in the licensing and regulation of adjusters and appraisers.

The bill modifies the existing legal framework by updating the language to reflect these changes, ensuring that the authority of designated peace officers encompasses a broader range of insurance-related activities. This legislative action aims to enhance the effectiveness of fraud investigations and improve regulatory oversight within the insurance industry in Iowa.