Establishes a permit system for selling scrap metal and telecommunications copper in Iowa.

The bill establishes a permit system for selling scrap metal and telecommunications copper in Iowa. It requires residents and non-residents to obtain a permit from a sheriff to sell telecommunications copper. The permit is valid statewide and expires on the seller's birth date two years after issuance. The bill also mandates that sheriffs investigate applicants' backgrounds and keep records of issued permits. Scrap metal dealers must maintain a confidential register of transactions.

Establishes a permit system for selling scrap metal and telecommunications copper in Iowa.

The bill establishes a permit system for selling scrap metal and telecommunications copper in Iowa. It requires residents and non-residents to obtain a permit from a sheriff to sell telecommunications copper. The permit is valid statewide and expires on the seller's birth date two years after issuance. The bill also mandates that sheriffs investigate applicants' backgrounds and keep records of issued permits. Scrap metal dealers must maintain a confidential register of transactions.