Bill > HF709

This bill removes the existing requirement in Iowa law that cities with a population of 29,000 or more must maintain an independent local civil rights agency or commission. Currently, Section 216.19, subsection 2 of the Iowa Code mandates such agencies for larger cities, but this bill would eliminate that requirement, effectively giving cities more flexibility in how they choose to handle local civil rights matters. By striking the entire subsection, the legislation allows cities to decide whether they want to maintain a dedicated local civil rights agency, potentially reducing administrative burdens or costs for municipal governments. The bill appears to be part of a broader effort to provide local governments with more autonomy in managing their administrative structures and civil rights enforcement mechanisms.

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https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF709