ARC 7308C

ARC 7308C

PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE DIVISION[645]

Notice of Intended Action

Proposing rulemaking related to petitions for rulemaking

and providing an opportunity for public comment

The Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing hereby proposes to rescind Chapter 6, "Petitions for Rule Making," Iowa Administrative Code.

Legal Authority for Rulemaking

This rulemaking is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code sections 17A.3 and 272C.3 and Executive Order 10 (January 10, 2023).

State or Federal Law Implemented

This rulemaking implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code chapters 17A and 272C.

Purpose and Summary

This proposed rulemaking would eliminate unnecessary and unreasonably duplicative language and rules in the Iowa Administrative Code. The boards' realignment with the Department as a result of 2023 Iowa Acts, Senate File 514, allows the boards to rely on 481—Chapter 2, which is substantively analogous to 645—Chapter 6. The proposed rulemaking aligns with Executive Order 10's goal of reducing and simplifying the Iowa Administrative Code to make it easier for Iowans to enter the workforce.

Fiscal Impact

This rulemaking will have no fiscal impact on the State of Iowa. Staff salaries to support the work of the boards are covered by the Licensing and Regulation Fund established in 2023 Iowa Acts, Senate File 557. Licensing fees go to the Fund to cover operations of the regulated professional licensing boards.

Jobs Impact

After analysis and review of this rulemaking, there will be a positive impact on jobs in Iowa since the rulemaking reduces the regulatory burdens on Iowans and allows Iowans to more freely engage in individual and business pursuits.

Waivers

Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rulemaking would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Department for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any, pursuant to 481—Chapter 6.

Public Comment

Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this proposed rulemaking. Written or oral comments in response to this rulemaking must be received by the Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on February 13, 2024. Comments should be directed to:

Public Hearing

Public hearings at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows:

Persons who wish to make oral comments at a public hearing may be asked to state their names for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of this proposed rulemaking.

Any persons who intend to attend a public hearing and have special requirements, such as those related to hearing or mobility impairments, should contact the Department and advise of specific needs.

Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee

The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rulemaking by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rulemaking at its regular monthly meeting or at a special meeting. The Committee's meetings are open to the public, and interested persons may be heard as provided in Iowa Code section 17A.8(6).

The following rulemaking action is proposed:

Item 1. Rescind and reserve 645—Chapter 6.