Iowa HF706 mandates training for new public officials on open meetings and records, increases penalties for violations, and allows removal of.

Iowa HF706 introduces a mandatory training course for newly elected or appointed public officials on the responsibilities of governmental bodies under open meetings and records laws. The training must be completed within 90 days of taking office or assuming responsibilities. The Iowa public information board is responsible for ensuring the training is available, and it may provide or approve courses offered by other entities. The board must ensure at least one course is available at no cost and provide a certificate of completion.

Iowa HF706 mandates training for new public officials on open meetings and records, increases penalties for violations, and allows removal of.

Iowa HF706 introduces a mandatory training course for newly elected or appointed public officials on the responsibilities of governmental bodies under open meetings and records laws. The training must be completed within 90 days of taking office or assuming responsibilities. The Iowa public information board is responsible for ensuring the training is available, and it may provide or approve courses offered by other entities. The board must ensure at least one course is available at no cost and provide a certificate of completion.