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• Extracurricular Interscholastic Competition 281—Chapter 36

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• 876—Chapter 1 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 10A.310(1) 876—Chapter 1 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 10A.310(1)

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• 441—Chapter 117 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 237.5A State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapter 237 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: November 3, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Health and Human Services no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Victoria L. Daniels Department of Health and Human Services Lucas State Office Building 321 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.829.6021 Email: compliancerules@hhs.iowa.gov This chapter was reviewed as part of the Red Tape Review process laid out by Executive Order 10. As a result of this review, restrictive terms were removed, areas that were duplicative were combined or eliminated, and editorial updates were made to processes and procedures to ensure they reflect current policies and procedures. This proposed chapter sets forth requirements for foster parent orientation, preservice training, and in-service training. These proposed rules also set standards for becoming certified as an approved foster parent training provider. This proposed rulemaking also implements 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2096, by referring preservice training requirements back to Iowa Code section 237.5A. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • This proposed rulemaking does not have a cost to the public.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Potential foster children and foster families will benefit from having clear, concise, and accurate rules regarding the required training necessary to become a foster parent. 2500 441—Chapter 117 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 237.5A State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapter 237 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: November 3, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Health and Human Services no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Victoria L. Daniels Department of Health and Human Services Lucas State Office Building 321 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.829.6021 Email: compliancerules@hhs.iowa.gov This chapter was reviewed as part of the Red Tape Review process laid out by Executive Order 10. As a result of this review, restrictive terms were removed, areas that were duplicative were combined or eliminated, and editorial updates were made to processes and procedures to ensure they reflect current policies and procedures. This proposed chapter sets forth requirements for foster parent orientation, preservice training, and in-service training. These proposed rules also set standards for becoming certified as an approved foster parent training provider. This proposed rulemaking also implements 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2096, by referring preservice training requirements back to Iowa Code section 237.5A. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • This proposed rulemaking does not have a cost to the public.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Potential foster children and foster families will benefit from having clear, concise, and accurate rules regarding the required training necessary to become a foster parent. 2500

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• Age- or developmentally appropriate activities 481—Chapter 902

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• Chemical restraint 441—Chapter 175 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 232.67 through 232.70, 232.71B, 232.71C, 232.71D, 232.72 through 232.77, and 235A State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code sections 232.67 through 232.70, 232.71B, 232.71C, 232.71D, 232.72 through 232.77; Iowa Code chapter 235A; and 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2416 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: October 20, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Health and Human Services no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Victoria L. Daniels Department of Health and Human Services Lucas State Office Building 321 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.829.6021 Email: compliancerules@hhs.iowa.gov This proposed chapter outlines the procedures required by the Iowa Code for accepting reports of child abuse, assessing those reports, and taking necessary steps to ensure a reported child’s safety. Protection is provided through encouraging the reporting of suspected cases of abuse, conducting a thorough and prompt assessment of the reports, and providing rehabilitative services to abused children and their families. This proposed chapter was reviewed pursuant to Executive Order 10. As a result of that review, the Department:    Removed reserved rules and renumbered remaining rules; •    Added language in rule 441—175.2(232) to describe the safety plans developed by the • Department that identify immediate actions to keep a child safe;    Revised the requirement that the Department observe and evaluate the child subject of reported • abuse within one hour if there is an immediate threat to the child’s safety. Paragraph 175.6(1)

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• Licensing and Regulation of Child-Placing Agencies 441—Chapter 108

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• Iowa rulemaking

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• General Provisions

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• Purpose and Function 876—Chapter 2 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 10A.310(1)

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• Licensee, rule 481—1062.1(544A,17A) Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 544A.29 and 272C State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapters 544A and 272C A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: November 3, 2026 4 p.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Architectural Examining Board no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Lori SchraderBachar 6200 Park Avenue Des Moines, Iowa Phone: 515.725.9030 Email: lori.schraderbachar@dia.iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking updates a publication date for guidelines incorporated by reference. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking: •    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: There are no anticipated costs related to this proposed rulemaking other than the costs already incurred by the Board to enforce the rules. Licensed architects will not incur any additional costs other than the cost of licensing.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • This proposed rulemaking provides clarity for licensure candidates and architects as to the correct version of referenced guidelines. 2.  Impact of the proposed rulemaking, economic or otherwise, including the nature and amount of all the different kinds of costs that would be incurred:    Quantitative description of impact: • Members of the public would incur no costs other than fees paid to an architect or architectural firm for projects that are not exempt. The costs vary depending on the size and complexity of the project. Changed guidelines are available online.    Qualitative description of impact: • 2527

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• Licensing 761—Chapter 400

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• Closed-Circuit Surveillance Systems 661—Chapter 141

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• Foster Parent Training 441—Chapter 202

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• General Permits Issued by the Department rule 567—60.13(455B)

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• Commission 283—Chapter 28

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• Iowa Vocational-Technical Tuition Grant Program 283—Chapter 13

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• Eligible institution 283—Chapter 26

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• Exhibition Requirements, 61—Chapter 40

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• commercially reasonable given a person’s scope of business. 283—Chapter 10.2(256)

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• Contested Cases 199—Chapters 17 and 35

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• 801—Chapter 10 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 35A.5 and 35D.3 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapters 35A and 35D A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: October 9, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Mike Olson Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs Legislative Liaison 1301 Summit Street Marshalltown, Iowa 50158 Phone: 641.750.6185 Email: michael.olson@ivh.state.ia.us The Department is proposing a revised Chapter 10 to update procedures and reduce unnecessary text pursuant to Executive Order 10. Relevant content will be streamlined to provide greater clarity for applicants and members of the Iowa Veterans Home. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no costs for the proposed rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Veterans and their families will benefit from having the most up-to-date criteria for admission to and residence at the Iowa Veterans Home, as will the staff. 2.  Impact of the proposed rulemaking, economic or otherwise, including the nature and amount of all the different kinds of costs that would be incurred:    Quantitative description of impact: • This rulemaking will have little impact and no cost since the changes are minimal. 1824 801—Chapter 10 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 35A.5 and 35D.3 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapters 35A and 35D A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: October 9, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Mike Olson Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs Legislative Liaison 1301 Summit Street Marshalltown, Iowa 50158 Phone: 641.750.6185 Email: michael.olson@ivh.state.ia.us The Department is proposing a revised Chapter 10 to update procedures and reduce unnecessary text pursuant to Executive Order 10. Relevant content will be streamlined to provide greater clarity for applicants and members of the Iowa Veterans Home. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no costs for the proposed rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Veterans and their families will benefit from having the most up-to-date criteria for admission to and residence at the Iowa Veterans Home, as will the staff. 2.  Impact of the proposed rulemaking, economic or otherwise, including the nature and amount of all the different kinds of costs that would be incurred:    Quantitative description of impact: • This rulemaking will have little impact and no cost since the changes are minimal. 1824

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• large business associations 781—Chapter 9 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 556 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapter 556 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: September 8, 2026 9 to 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Treasurer of State no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Molly Widen, Chief of Staff 1007 East Grand Avenue, First Floor Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Email: molly.widen@tos.iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking is necessary to remove restrictions related to asset purchase agreements and to make updates related to the reporting of individual retirement accounts. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • No class of person will bear the costs of this rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Asset purchasers,

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• entry into the community, subrule 79.15(12)

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• Abuse of Children 481—Chapter 71

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• Administrator 441—Chapter 115

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• Health Care Professional Incentive Program 283—Chapter 17

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• offer of financial aid, 283—Chapter 11

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• Full-time, 283—Chapter 22

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• Contribution in aid of construction 801—Chapter 17

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• Fiscal year rule 199—41.6(476)

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• Electric transmission line rule 281—5.4(22,256)

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• Administrator subrule 2506.3(3) Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 321.89 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code section 321.89 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: October 20, 2026 10 to 10:30 a.m. Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Transportation no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Ryan Pell 800 Lincoln Way Ames, Iowa 50010 Email: ryan.pell@iowadot.us The purpose of the proposed amendment is to modify the language from the emergency rulemaking under 761—Chapter 2506 published in response to 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2463, for additional clarity. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no costs or fees associated with this proposed amendment beyond those of the underlying statute.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Persons subject to contested case procedures will benefit from the typographical corrections. 2.  Impact of the proposed rulemaking, economic or otherwise, including the nature and amount of all the different kinds of costs that would be incurred: •    Quantitative description of impact: There are no quantitative impacts beyond those of the underlying statute.    Qualitative description of impact: • There are no qualitative impacts beyond those of the underlying statute. 3.  Costs to the State: •    Implementation and enforcement costs borne by the agency or any other agency: 2245

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• less stringent than the requirements for the same employment at a state mental health institute. 481—Chapter 301 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 103A.7 and 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2297 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2297 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: October 21, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Jeremiah Junker Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing 6200 Park Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50321 Email: jeremiah.junker@dia.iowa.gov The purpose of this proposed rulemaking is to implement 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2297. 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2297, requires the State Building Code Commissioner to adopt as part of the State Building Code a requirement that a new single-family or two-family residential construction must include a passive method for the mitigation of radon listed in Appendix AF of the International Residential Code, 2021 edition, published by the International Code Council. 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2297, specifies that the requirement adopted by the Commissioner as part of the State Building Code shall only apply to single-family or two-family residential construction commenced after the adoption of the requirement. Additionally, 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2297, provides that provisions of the State Building Code relating to radon mitigation requirements shall be applicable to all new single-family and two-family residential construction in Iowa. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • Builders of new single-family or two-family residential construction may bear some costs associated with this proposed rulemaking, and by extension, some purchasers of new single-family or two-family residential construction may bear some costs associated with this proposed rulemaking. Local building departments and officials may also bear some costs associated with this proposed rulemaking as part of their building code enforcement work. However, this proposed rulemaking is 2225

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• Controlled and Precursor Substances 481—Chapter 553

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• Storm Water Stormwater Discharge Associated with Industrial Activity, 441—Chapters 24 and 307

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• Inactive 481—Chapter 2060

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• Continuing Education for Physician Associates 782.3(2)

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• Iowa Rural Infrastructure Bank Revolving Loan Program 265—Chapter 48

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• Agreement 282—Chapter 7

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• Agreement, 261—Chapter 70

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• Architects—Licensing, Exceptions 481—Chapters 1062 and 1065

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• epinephrine auto-injectors 481—Chapters 900, 901, 904 and 905

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• Department 621—Chapters 1, 3 through 8, 11, and 13 through 17 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 20.6(5) State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: 2024 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2385, and Iowa Code chapter 20 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: September 24, 2026 9 a.m. Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Employment Appeal Board (Board) no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Christine Louis Employment Appeal Board 6200 Park Avenue, Suite 100 Des Moines, Iowa 50321 Email: eab.elections@eab.iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking rescinds chapters under agency number [621], Public Employment Relations Board, in accordance with 2024 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2385, which eliminated agency number [621]. The rescinded rules will be adopted herein under agency number [486] ( through

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• Age- or developmentally appropriate activities 441—Chapter 114

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• Administrator 441—Chapter 112

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• Certification Standards for Children’s Residential Facilities 441—Chapter 106

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• Complaints, Investigations, and Contested Case Hearings subrule 11.4(1)

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• Limited Authorizations 441—Chapters 2, 300, 302, and 304

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• Iowa Cultural Trust, 261—Chapter 69

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• Iowa Veterans Home 801—Chapter 15

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• Authority 761—Chapter 425

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• 282—Chapter 22 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 256.146 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code section 256.146 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: October 6, 2026 9 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Education no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Beth Myers Bureau of Educational Examiners, Iowa Department of Education 400 East 14th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.419.3679 Email: beth.myers@iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking complies with several changes made during the 2026 Legislative Session. Item 1 changes the requirements for the career and technical authorization as required in 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2168. Item 2 removes the requirement for a baccalaureate degree for an athletic director authorization as required in 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2724. Item 3 creates a new pathway for licensing people with experience in arts and sciences as directed in House File 2724. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no known costs of this proposed rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Iowans seeking licensure will benefit from this proposed rulemaking. 2.  Impact of the proposed rulemaking, economic or otherwise, including the nature and amount of all the different kinds of costs that would be incurred: 1712 282—Chapter 22 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 256.146 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code section 256.146 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: October 6, 2026 9 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Education no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Beth Myers Bureau of Educational Examiners, Iowa Department of Education 400 East 14th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.419.3679 Email: beth.myers@iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking complies with several changes made during the 2026 Legislative Session. Item 1 changes the requirements for the career and technical authorization as required in 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2168. Item 2 removes the requirement for a baccalaureate degree for an athletic director authorization as required in 2026 Iowa Acts, House File 2724. Item 3 creates a new pathway for licensing people with experience in arts and sciences as directed in House File 2724. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no known costs of this proposed rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Iowans seeking licensure will benefit from this proposed rulemaking. 2.  Impact of the proposed rulemaking, economic or otherwise, including the nature and amount of all the different kinds of costs that would be incurred: 1712

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• Addicted to the use of alcohol 661—Chapter 121

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• Aggravated misdemeanor 661—Chapter 400

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• Active member, 661—Chapter 401

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• Crematory operator 571—15.10(483A)

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• Extracurricular Athletic Activity Conference for Member Schools rule 281—37.4(280)

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• 441—Chapter 62 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 425.37 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code sections 425.16 through 425.37, 425.39, and 425.40 and 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2472, division VII A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: September 23, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Health and Human Services no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Victoria L. Daniels Department of Health and Human Services Lucas State Office Building 321 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.829.6021 Email: compliancerules@hhs.iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking eliminates outdated language and codifies the Department’s practice that electronic applications received after 4:30 p.m. will be counted as having been received on the next business day. In addition, this proposed rulemaking implements 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2472, division VII, by reflecting the increase in the maximum reimbursement amount from $1,000 to $1,500, beginning with claims for reimbursement for property tax paid during 2026. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no costs associated with this proposed rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Iowans applying for rent reimbursement will benefit from the clarity provided in this proposed rulemaking. In addition, some eligible Iowans will receive a higher rent reimbursement payment because of the underlying legislation. 1417 441—Chapter 62 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 425.37 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code sections 425.16 through 425.37, 425.39, and 425.40 and 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2472, division VII A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: September 23, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Health and Human Services no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Victoria L. Daniels Department of Health and Human Services Lucas State Office Building 321 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.829.6021 Email: compliancerules@hhs.iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking eliminates outdated language and codifies the Department’s practice that electronic applications received after 4:30 p.m. will be counted as having been received on the next business day. In addition, this proposed rulemaking implements 2026 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2472, division VII, by reflecting the increase in the maximum reimbursement amount from $1,000 to $1,500, beginning with claims for reimbursement for property tax paid during 2026. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no costs associated with this proposed rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • Iowans applying for rent reimbursement will benefit from the clarity provided in this proposed rulemaking. In addition, some eligible Iowans will receive a higher rent reimbursement payment because of the underlying legislation. 1417

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• Affirmative action 441—Chapter 116

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• Game Management Areas paragraph 51.6(2)

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• Deer Hunting 571—Chapter 108

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• 571—Chapter 106 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 455A.5(6) 571—Chapter 106 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 455A.5(6)

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• seasonal daily bag limit 561—Chapter 12

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• Statewide signature event organization 661—Chapter 8

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• Weapons and Iowa Professional Permits to Carry Weapons 661—Chapter 91

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• Peace Officers’ Retirement, Accident, and Disability System—Eligibility, Benefits, and Payments 661—Chapter 402

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• Peace Officers’ Retirement, Accident, and Disability System—Line-of-Duty Death Benefit 661—Chapter 403

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• certify 199—Chapter 25

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• NATCEP Updates 481—Chapter 655

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• Chapter Rescissions subrule 78.24(4)

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• operational and maintenance contracts 481—Chapters 300 and 325

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• General Provisions 441—Chapter 167

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• Confidential 421—Chapters 30 and 31 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 216A State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Executive Order 10 and 2023 Iowa Acts, Senate File 514 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: September 8, 2026 10 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Health and Human Services no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Victoria L. Daniels 321 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.829.6021 Email: compliancerules@hhs.iowa.gov As part of the Executive Order 10 Red Tape Review process and pursuant to 2023 Iowa Acts, Senate File 514, regarding government realignment, the Department has moved relevant chapters from the legacy Department of Human Rights agency [421] to agency [441]. The Department consulted with the Department of Public Safety on Chapter 30 and it was determined that the information in this chapter is no longer needed. As such, the Department proposes to rescind this chapter and will not repromulgate it under agency [441]. Chapter 31 addresses the grant process for funds received through Title II of the federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act. Because the information in the chapter can be covered in the grant contracts themselves, this chapter is proposed to be rescinded and will not be repromulgated under agency [441]. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • There are no costs associated with this proposed rulemaking.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • No one will benefit from this proposed rulemaking, but neither will anyone be harmed. 875

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• Negotiations and Negotiability Disputes 486—Chapter 13

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• Mandatory subject of collective bargaining 486—Chapter 14 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 20.6(5) State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: 2024 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2385, and Iowa Code chapter 20 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: September 24, 2026 9 a.m. Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Employment Appeal Board no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Christine Louis Employment Appeal Board 6200 Park Avenue, Suite 100 Des Moines, Iowa 50321 Email: eab.elections@eab.iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking includes revisions to administrative rules based on the requirements of Executive Order 10 and statutory changes based on 2024 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2385. This proposed rulemaking provides statutorily mandated guidance regarding impasse, mediation, and arbitration for issues related to public collective bargaining. This chapter is being moved from the legacy Public Employee Relations Board agency number [621] to a new chapter within the Employment Appeal Board agency number [486]. These rules were previously located in 621—Chapter 7. The rules under legacy agency number [621] are proposed to be rescinded and reserved herein (

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• Department 201—Chapter 20

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• Impasse Procedures 486—Chapter 15

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• State Employee Whistleblower Actions 486—Chapter 17

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• Electronic Document Management System 486—Chapter 18

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• Agency Realignment

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• Attending physician, 641—150.2(135) and 641—153.1(142D)

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• Medical assistance program, 661—Chapter 53

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• Applicant 871—Chapter 62

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• Claims and Benefits 871—Chapter 70

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• Reactivate, 481—Chapter 821

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• Out-of-Hospital Do-Not-Resuscitate Orders 641—Chapter 142

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• Bargaining Unit and Bargaining Representative Determination 486—Chapter 10

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• self-administration 281—Chapter 17

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• School Health Services 281—Chapter 14

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• Advisory Council subrule 1.1(5)

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• Client 261—Chapter 414

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• Commercially published information or material 201—Chapter 38

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• Default 761—Chapter 511

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• Authorized agency 661—Chapter 83

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• Devices and Methods to Test Body Fluids for Alcohol or Drugs 661—Chapter 157

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• Agreement 201—Chapter 1

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• Unclaimed Property 871—Chapter 24 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 17A and 96 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapters 17A and 96 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: September 8, 2026 11 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Iowa Workforce Development Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Jeffrey Koncsol Iowa Workforce Development 1000 East Grand Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.725.5400 Email: jeffrey.koncsol@iwd.iowa.gov Chapter 24 provides rules implementing Iowa Code chapter 96 regarding claims and benefits falling under unemployment insurance. 1.  Persons affected by the proposed rulemaking:    Classes of persons that will bear the costs of the proposed rulemaking: • The general public will bear the costs.    Classes of persons that will benefit from the proposed rulemaking: • The general public will benefit. 2.  Impact of the proposed rulemaking, economic or otherwise, including the nature and amount of all the different kinds of costs that would be incurred:    Quantitative description of impact: • The Department expends considerable funds for unemployment support. However, there is no expected change in financial expenditures due to this rulemaking.    Qualitative description of impact: • 983

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• Reverification, 641—Chapter 154

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• Administrator 491—Chapter 5

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• Contested Cases and Other Proceedings 491—Chapter 4

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• Casino 491—Chapter 13 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 99F.1, 99F.4, 99F.4B, 99F.7A, and 99F.9 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapter 99F Public hearings at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: August 25, 2026 9 a.m. August 25, 2026 2 p.m. Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (Commission) no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearings. Comments should be directed to: Barb Blake Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission 6200 Park Avenue, Suite 100 Des Moines, Iowa 50321 Email: barb.blake@iowa.gov In accordance with Executive Order 10, the Commission is reviewing all of its rules prior to the agency review date of December 31, 2026. Chapter 13 of the Commission’s rules establishes guidelines and licensing requirements for sports wagering and mobile sports wagering. This proposed rulemaking consolidates, reduces, or eliminates some rule language in accordance with Executive Order 10. In addition, this proposed rulemaking includes some new or expanded provisions related to allowable wagers, the addition of individual taxpayer identification numbers as a substitute for Social Security numbers under appropriate circumstances, account funding and withdrawal, and procedures for market exits when a licensee ends the licensee’s Iowa operations. All references to the rule subparts of 491—Chapter 5 are to those as published herein as

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• Gambling Games 491—Chapter 12

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• Sports Wagering 491—Chapter 14

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• Administrator 129—Chapters 8, 10, 20, 21, and 22

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• Dividends 495—Chapter 16

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• Service Purchases 495—Chapter 13

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• Investment Board 495—Chapter 3

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• Caseworker 441—Chapter 153

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• foster care 481—Chapters 616, 617, and 619 to 621

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• Jail Facilities 201—Chapter 51

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• 201—Chapter 37 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 904.108 and 904.804 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapter 904 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: August 25, 2026 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Corrections no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Jen Rathje Iowa Department of Corrections Jessie Parker State Office Building 510 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.802.0898 Email: jen.rathje1@iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking rescinds and adopts a new Chapter 37 with revised administrative rules to satisfy the requirements of Executive Order 10. The purpose of Chapter 37 is to offer work training opportunities, partner with private sector employers, and produce goods for public and private entities, ultimately improving employability, reducing recidivism, and enhancing public safety. Pursuant to Executive Order 10, the Department conducted a comprehensive review of this chapter to eliminate restrictive terms, obsolete rules, and language that duplicates State statutes. Specifically, this proposed rulemaking:    Removes all references to the Prison Industries Advisory Board to align administrative rules • with the statutory changes mandated by 2024 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2385, which dissolved the Board and transferred duties directly to the Department.    Simplifies vendor appeal protocols by cleanly adopting by reference the Uniform Rules on • Agency Procedure under 7—Chapter 2505.    Replaces redundant statutory language regarding core functions with citations to the Iowa • Code to prevent rules from becoming instantly obsolete when underlying laws shift.    Maintains procedural compliance with the dual-agency directives between the Department and • Iowa Workforce Development (IWD). 519 201—Chapter 37 Iowa Code section(s) or chapter(s) authorizing rulemaking: 904.108 and 904.804 State or federal law(s) implemented by the rulemaking: Iowa Code chapter 904 A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows: August 25, 2026 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this Regulatory Analysis, which must be received by the Department of Corrections no later than 4:30 p.m. on the date of the public hearing. Comments should be directed to: Jen Rathje Iowa Department of Corrections Jessie Parker State Office Building 510 East 12th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Phone: 515.802.0898 Email: jen.rathje1@iowa.gov This proposed rulemaking rescinds and adopts a new Chapter 37 with revised administrative rules to satisfy the requirements of Executive Order 10. The purpose of Chapter 37 is to offer work training opportunities, partner with private sector employers, and produce goods for public and private entities, ultimately improving employability, reducing recidivism, and enhancing public safety. Pursuant to Executive Order 10, the Department conducted a comprehensive review of this chapter to eliminate restrictive terms, obsolete rules, and language that duplicates State statutes. Specifically, this proposed rulemaking:    Removes all references to the Prison Industries Advisory Board to align administrative rules • with the statutory changes mandated by 2024 Iowa Acts, Senate File 2385, which dissolved the Board and transferred duties directly to the Department.    Simplifies vendor appeal protocols by cleanly adopting by reference the Uniform Rules on • Agency Procedure under 7—Chapter 2505.    Replaces redundant statutory language regarding core functions with citations to the Iowa • Code to prevent rules from becoming instantly obsolete when underlying laws shift.    Maintains procedural compliance with the dual-agency directives between the Department and • Iowa Workforce Development (IWD). 519

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• Literacy changes lives: Iowa literacy competencies for preservice educators, 281—Chapter 95

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