Iowa HF2459 modifies the definition of "employee" to include those performing housing or rental inspections for municipalities.

Iowa HF2459 amends the definition of "employee" in Code chapter 670 to include individuals performing housing or rental inspections for a municipality. This change ensures that municipalities are liable for the torts of their employees, including inspectors, acting within the scope of their duties. The bill also clarifies that such employees have qualified immunity and are not liable for monetary damages under certain conditions, such as when the right allegedly violated was not clearly established at the time of the conduct.

Iowa HF2459 modifies the definition of "employee" to include those performing housing or rental inspections for municipalities.

Iowa HF2459 amends the definition of "employee" in Code chapter 670 to include individuals performing housing or rental inspections for a municipality. This change ensures that municipalities are liable for the torts of their employees, including inspectors, acting within the scope of their duties. The bill also clarifies that such employees have qualified immunity and are not liable for monetary damages under certain conditions, such as when the right allegedly violated was not clearly established at the time of the conduct.