Iowa HF2726 mandates testing for communicable diseases for assailants against protected occupation members and sets penalties.

Iowa HF2726 amends the law to require testing for communicable diseases for individuals who commit an assault against members of protected occupations. The bill defines "assault" and "member of a protected occupation," including peace officers, health care providers, and correctional staff. An assault against a protected occupation member knowing the victim's status is a class "C" felony. Using a weapon, causing bodily injury, or mental illness elevates the crime to a class "D" felony. Other assaults against protected occupation members are classified as aggravated misdemeanors.

Iowa HF2726 mandates testing for communicable diseases for assailants against protected occupation members and sets penalties.

Iowa HF2726 amends the law to require testing for communicable diseases for individuals who commit an assault against members of protected occupations. The bill defines "assault" and "member of a protected occupation," including peace officers, health care providers, and correctional staff. An assault against a protected occupation member knowing the victim's status is a class "C" felony. Using a weapon, causing bodily injury, or mental illness elevates the crime to a class "D" felony. Other assaults against protected occupation members are classified as aggravated misdemeanors.