Bill > SF276

This bill modifies requirements for county commissions of veteran affairs in Iowa by changing two key aspects of existing law. First, the bill alters the annual reporting requirement for hours of veterans' services, shifting from reporting hours from the previous calendar year to reporting hours from the previous fiscal year. Second, the bill updates the training and certification requirements for county commission executive directors or administrators. Specifically, new provisions mandate that these officials must comply with directives from the commandant of the Iowa department of veterans affairs regarding training and certification, obtain a personal identification verification card for accessing the veterans benefits management system, and complete specific training within one year of employment. The bill removes the previous requirement to meet continuing education standards set by the national association of county veterans service officers, instead requiring training only from entities approved by the commandant. If an executive director fails to obtain necessary certifications or complete required training within one year, they can be removed from office. Training expenses will continue to be paid from the existing appropriation for county veteran affairs commissions.

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