The Attorney General hereby proposes to amend Chapter 26, “Regulation of Physical Exercise Clubs,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code section 552.20.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, 2000 Iowa Acts, chapter 1021, section 4.Purpose and Summary    The limited purpose of these changes is to remove rules that implemented a statutory provision that has been repealed. Iowa Code section 552.15 mandated that persons operating or intending to operate a physical exercise facility in the state of Iowa register with the Iowa Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division. This provision was repealed by 2000 Iowa Acts, chapter 1021, section 4. Since the repeal of Iowa Code section 552.15, the rules adopted by the Attorney General concerning that section are no longer good law. Rule 61—26.3(552), Registration, is such a rule. The rule’s continuing presence in the Iowa Administrative Code causes confusion because, though the rule is no longer enforced, persons operating physical exercise facilities are wary of disregarding its written stipulations. Thus, the Attorney General finds it both practical and legally necessary to rescind and reserve rule 61—26.3(552).    In addition, the introductory paragraph of subrule 26.4(7) provides that a physical exercise club shall be provided notice of hearing at its place of business as shown on its registration statement. Now that these entities no longer have to register, it is no longer practical to send notice to these locations. Fortunately, these entities still have to file a copy of their escrow agreements with the Attorney General pursuant to paragraph 26.4(2)“a.” As such, their addresses should still be on file with the Attorney General notwithstanding their lack of registration. Thus, the Attorney General finds it practical and legally necessary to strike the language referencing registration from the introductory paragraph of subrule 26.4(7).Fiscal Impact     This rule making has no fiscal impact to the state of Iowa. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found.Waivers    Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Attorney General for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any. Public Comment     Any interested person may submit comments concerning this proposed rule making. Written comments in response to this rule making must be received by the Office of the Attorney General no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 26, 2020. Comments should be directed to: Jessica Whitney Office of the Attorney General Hoover Building 1305 East Walnut Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Email: Jessica.Whitney@ag.iowa.govPublic Hearing    No public hearing is scheduled at this time. As provided in Iowa Code section 17A.4(1)“b,” an oral presentation regarding this rule making may be demanded by 25 interested persons, a governmental subdivision, the Administrative Rules Review Committee, an agency, or an association having 25 or more members. Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee    The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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 rule-making actions are proposed:

    The College Student Aid Commission hereby proposes to amend Chapter 24, “Rural Iowa Primary Care Loan Repayment Program,” Chapter 25, “Rural Iowa Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant Loan Repayment Program,” and Chapter 26, “Health Care Loan Repayment Program,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code section 261.3.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code chapter 261.Purpose and Summary    The proposed amendments specify that distances between cities, corresponding to the definition of “service commitment area,” are measured and verified by calculating the shortest travel distance on paved roads instead of by straight-line distance.Fiscal Impact     This rule making has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found.Waivers    Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Commission for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any, pursuant to 283—Chapter 7. Public Comment     Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this proposed rule making. Written or oral comments in response to this rule making must be received by the Commission no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 26, 2020. Comments should be directed to: Mark Wiederspan Executive Director Iowa College Student Aid Commission 475 S.W. Fifth Street, Suite D Des Moines, Iowa 50309-4608 Phone: 515.725.3410 Fax: 515.725.3401 Email: mark.wiederspan@iowa.gov or administrative rules website at rules.iowa.govPublic Hearing    No public hearing is scheduled at this time. As provided in Iowa Code section 17A.4(1)“b,” an oral presentation regarding this rule making may be demanded by 25 interested persons, a governmental subdivision, the Administrative Rules Review Committee, an agency, or an association having 25 or more members. Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee    The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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 rule-making actions are proposed:

    The Natural Resource Commission (Commission) hereby proposes to amend Chapter 98, “Wild Turkey Spring Hunting,” and Chapter 99, “Wild Turkey Fall Hunting,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code sections 455A.5(6), 481A.38, 481A.39 and 481A.48(1).State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code section 481A.48(1).Purpose and Summary    Chapter 98 regulates spring wild turkey hunting for both residents and nonresidents, and includes season dates, bag limits, possession limits, shooting hours, areas open to hunting, licensing procedures, means and methods of take, and transportation tag requirements. This proposed rule making will amend the start date of the archery-only season to align it with the start date of the combination shotgun-or-archery season. Hunters expect these dates to be the same, and as the rules are currently written, the dates could be different depending on how calendar dates fall.    Chapter 99 regulates fall wild turkey hunting for residents, and includes season dates, bag limits, possession limits, shooting hours, areas open to hunting, licensing procedures, means and methods of take, and transportation tag requirements. This proposed rule making raises the combination shotgun-or-archery quota for Zone 8 from 150 to 200. This proposed increase has been evaluated by the State Forest Wildlife Biologist and local Management Biologist and determined to be biologically responsible at this time. Moreover, statewide participation in fall turkey hunting is declining, so it is anticipated that the modest quota increase in Zone 8 will, at best, balance out reduced participation elsewhere.Fiscal Impact     This rule making has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa. A copy of the fiscal impact statement is available from the Department of Natural Resources (Department) upon request. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found. A copy of the jobs impact statement is available from the Department upon request.Waivers    This rule is subject to the waiver provisions of 571—Chapter 11. Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Commission for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any. Public Comment     Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this proposed rule making. Written comments in response to this rule making must be received by the Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 26, 2020. Comments should be directed to: Chris Ensminger Iowa Department of Natural Resources Wallace State Office Building 502 East Ninth Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Email: chris.ensminger@dnr.iowa.govPublic Hearing     A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held via conference call as follows. Persons who wish to attend the conference call should contact Chris Ensminger. A conference call number will be provided prior to the hearing. Persons who wish to make oral comments at the conference call public hearing must submit a request to Chris Ensminger prior to the hearing to facilitate an orderly hearing. May 26, 2020 1 to 2 p.m. Video/conference call Wallace State Office Building     Persons who wish to make oral comments at the public hearing will be asked to state their names for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of this proposed rule making.     Any persons who intend to attend the 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 rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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 rule-making actions are proposed:

    The Natural Resource Commission (Commission) hereby proposes to amend Chapter 106, “Deer Hunting by Residents,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code sections 455A.5(6), 481A.39 and 481A.48(1).State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code sections 481A.39 and 481A.48(1).Purpose and Summary    Chapter 106, which governs deer hunting by residents in the state of Iowa, sets regulations for deer hunting and includes season dates, bag limits, possession limits, shooting hours, areas open to hunting, licensing procedures, means and methods of take, and transportation and reporting requirements.    This rule making proposes three amendments to Chapter 106. First, general deer licenses would be reestablished as valid in seven counties (Cerro Gordo, Franklin, Grundy, Hancock, Hardin, Winnebago, and Worth) for all seasons, and in all of northwest Iowa for the early muzzleloader season. Deer populations have been steadily increasing in the northwest, allowing for this increase in recreational opportunity for Iowa hunters.    Second, the January antlerless-deer-only season would be rescinded for all counties. Due to a widespread outbreak of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) in the summer of 2019, deer numbers and harvest have been down across much of the state.    Third, this rule making proposes to modify the resident county antlerless-deer license quotas for a total of 23 counties. Quotas are proposed to be increased in Clayton, Fayette, Floyd, Guthrie, Jackson, Jones, Lee, Mitchell, Tama, Washington, and Winneshiek Counties to reduce deer densities for disease control or to alleviate negative human-deer interactions. Quotas are proposed to be decreased in Adams, Bremer, Fremont, Jefferson, Montgomery, Page, Poweshiek, Ringgold, Taylor, Union, Wapello, and Woodbury Counties to stabilize a healthy local population. Statewide, the overall proposed quota change is an increase of 125.Fiscal Impact     This rule making has no negative fiscal impact to the state of Iowa. A copy of the fiscal impact statement is available from the Department of Natural Resources (Department) upon request.Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found. A copy of the jobs impact statement is available from the Department upon request.Waivers    This rule is subject to the waiver provisions of 571—Chapter 11. Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Commission for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any. Public Comment     Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this proposed rule making. Written comments in response to this rule making must be received by the Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 26, 2020. Comments should be directed to: Tyler Harms Iowa Department of Natural Resources Wallace State Office Building 502 East Ninth Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Email: tyler.harms@dnr.iowa.govPublic Hearing     A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held via conference call as follows. Persons who wish to attend the conference call should contact Chris Ensminger via email at chris.ensminger@dnr.iowa.gov. A conference call number will be provided prior to the hearing. Persons who wish to make oral comments at the conference call public hearing must submit a request to Chris Ensminger prior to the hearing to facilitate an orderly hearing. May 26, 2020 1 to 2 p.m. Video/conference call Wallace State Office Building     Persons who wish to make oral comments at the public hearing will be asked to state their names for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of this proposed rule making.    Any persons who intend to attend the 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 rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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 rule-making actions are proposed:

    The Natural Resource Commission (Commission) hereby proposes to amend Chapter 108, “Mink, Muskrat, Raccoon, Badger, Opossum, Weasel, Striped Skunk, Fox (Red and Gray), Beaver, Coyote, River Otter, Bobcat, Gray (Timber) Wolf and Spotted Skunk Seasons,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code sections 455A.5(6), 481A.38, 481A.39 and 481A.87.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code section 481A.87.Purpose and Summary    Chapter 108 sets the season dates, bag limits, possession limits, and areas open to hunting or trapping furbearers.  This rule making proposes to increase the bag limit for river otters from two per fur harvester to three per fur harvester, add Boone and Webster Counties to the one-bobcat-per-fur-harvester zone, and clarify the total allowable bobcat harvest by a fur harvester in a season.    The bobcat and river otter populations are able to withstand these changes. Population data from the past 12 years reveal that Iowa’s river otter and bobcat populations continue to grow and expand into more counties with suitable habitat. Information about their population trends is derived from a variety of sources, such as hunter surveys, harvest information, tooth age distribution, field reports, and sightings. The proposed amendments are, therefore, biologically responsible, as required by law. Additionally, they will increase recreational opportunities for Iowa fur harvesters while helping minimize social issues associated with high river otter or bobcat densities.Fiscal Impact     The Department of Natural Resources (Department) anticipates a very modest increase in fur harvester license sales from the proposed rule making. Currently, resident fur harvester licenses, with the wildlife habitat fee, are $41 per year. If any additional fur harvester licenses are sold due to this rule making, revenue would be generated for the State Fish and Game Protection Fund. A copy of the fiscal impact statement is available from the Department upon request. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found. A copy of the jobs impact statement is available from the Department upon request.Waivers    This rule is subject to the waiver provisions of 571—Chapter 11. Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Commission for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any. Public Comment     Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this proposed rule making. Written comments in response to this rule making must be received by the Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 26, 2020. Comments should be directed to: Vince Evelsizer Iowa Department of Natural Resources Department of Natural Resources 1203 North Shore Drive Clear Lake, Iowa 50428 Email: vince.evelsizer@dnr.iowa.govPublic Hearing     A public hearing at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held via conference call as follows. Persons who wish to attend the conference call should contact Chris Ensminger via email at chris.ensminger@dnr.iowa.gov. A conference call number will be provided prior to the hearing. Persons who wish to make oral comments at the conference call public hearing must submit a request to Chris Ensminger prior to the hearing to facilitate an orderly hearing. May 26, 2020 1 to 2 p.m. Video/conference call Wallace State Office Building     Persons who wish to make oral comments at the public hearing will be asked to state their names for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of this proposed rule making.     Any persons who intend to attend the 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 rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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 rule-making actions are proposed:

    The Human Services Department hereby amends Chapter 170, “Child Care Services,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is adopted under the authority provided in Iowa Code section 234.6.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code section 234.6.Purpose and Summary    These amendments update the eligibility guidelines for the Child Care Assistance (CCA) Plus program. The 12-month limit on eligibility is being removed, and the income guidelines are being revised. The definition of “infant and toddler” in the payment rate tables is being revised to include children up to three years old, and the definition of “preschool” is being revised accordingly. This is a time-sensitive matter since the Department is under a federal corrective action plan by the Office of Child Care Assistance and rules need to be in place by July 1, 2020, so that the Department does not incur a fiscal penalty for failure to remove the 12-month limit on eligibility.Public Comment and Changes to Rule Making    Notice of Intended Action for this rule making was published in the Iowa Administrative Bulletin on February 26, 2020, as ARC 4937C. No public comments were received. No changes from the Notice have been made.Adoption of Rule Making    This rule making was adopted by the Council on Human Services on April 8, 2020.Fiscal Impact     The current CCA Plus program is based on an income limit of 85 percent of the state median income limit and is limited to 12 months. The time limit is in conflict with federal regulations. Effective July 1, 2020, the time limit will be eliminated and the eligibility criteria will be reduced to 225 percent of the federal poverty level. Caseloads are projected to temporarily decrease slightly in SFY 2021 as the cases transition to the new eligibility criteria. The change recommended by the Governor to the “infant and toddler” definition is also incorporated in this estimate. $354 is the projected average monthly cost per case for the CCA Plus program for SFY 2021 based on actual costs through December 31, 2019, including the additional cost to the CCA Plus program due to the change to the “infant and toddler” definition. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found.Waivers    Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Department for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any, pursuant to rule 441—1.8(17A,217).Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee    The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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).Effective Date    This rule making will become effective on July 1, 2020.    The following rule-making actions are adopted:

    The Board of Barbering hereby amends Chapter 21, “Licensure,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is adopted under the authority provided in Iowa Code sections 158.15 and 147.76.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code section 158.3.Purpose and Summary    2019 Iowa Acts, Senate File 567, section 12, amends Iowa Code section 158.3, which governs the licensure requirements of barbers. This rule making amends the Board’s requirements so that an applicant who completes a barbering apprenticeship training program registered by the Office of Apprenticeship of the United States Department of Labor while committed to the custody of the Director of the Iowa Department of Corrections (DOC) shall be allowed to take the examination for a license to practice barbering.Public Comment and Changes to Rule Making    Notice of Intended Action for this rule making was published in the Iowa Administrative Bulletin on January 15, 2020, as ARC 4860C. A public hearing was held on February 4, 2020, at 8 a.m. in the Fifth Floor Conference Room 526, Lucas State Office Building, Des Moines, Iowa. The public hearing was attended by representatives of the DOC, who were present to answer questions. No public comments were received. No changes from the Notice have been made.Adoption of Rule Making    This rule making was adopted by the Board on March 30, 2020.Fiscal Impact     This rule making has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found.Waivers    A waiver provision is not included in this rule making because all administrative rules of the professional licensure boards in the Professional Licensure Division are subject to the waiver provisions accorded under 645—Chapter 18.Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee    The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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).Effective Date    This rule making will become effective on June 10, 2020.    The following rule-making actions are adopted:

    The Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board hereby amends Chapter 32, “Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board—Licensee Discipline,” and Chapter 60, “Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board—Noncompliance Regarding Child Support, Nonpayment of State Debt, and Noncompliance Regarding Student Loan Repayment,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is adopted under the authority provided in Iowa Code section 105.4.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code chapters 105 and 272C; 2019 Iowa Acts, Senate File 304; and 2019 Iowa Acts, Senate File 567.Purpose and Summary    The amendments to Chapter 32 reflect changes made by 2019 Iowa Acts, Senate File 567, which specified when the Board can deny a license. Minor edits and changes are also included.    The amendments to Chapter 60 reflect changes made by 2019 Iowa Acts, Senate File 304, which repealed the sections of the Iowa Code that provided authority for 641—Chapter 195. Chapter 60 currently references 641—Chapter 195, which has been rescinded. The amendments prohibit the suspension or revocation of a license issued by the Board to a person who is in default or is delinquent on student loan repayment or a service obligation.Public Comment and Changes to Rule Making    Notice of Intended Action for this rule making was published in the Iowa Administrative Bulletin on February 26, 2020, as ARC 4943C.    The Board received one comment regarding an objection to changing the wording in subrule 32.2(22) from “professional negligence” to “related profession.” Item 2 of the Notice of Intended Action proposed an amendment to subrule 32.2(22). The amendment would authorize the Board to impose discipline or sanctions for failure to notify the Board within 30 days of any judgment entered on or settlement of a claim or action related to the profession.    The commenter asserted Item 2 of ARC 4943C expanded the types of claims that must be reported to the Board when there is a settlement of or judgment in legal proceedings.  The commenter also asserted the proposed change set forth in Item 2 is problematic because it does not specify the precise legal causes of action that are “related to the profession” within the meaning of the amendment.  The commenter asked whether a breach of contract claim, services work, or a warranty claim would qualify.  The commenter requested that Item 2 of ARC 4943C be withdrawn or that the Board delineate the specific type of claim that should be reported to the Board under the amendment.    Board response:    The Board agrees that Item 2 of ARC 4943C expands the types of judgments or settlements that must be reported to the Board. Indeed, that is the fundamental purpose of Item 2. One of the Board’s purposes is to protect the public, and it must be able to protect the public not just from negligent plumbers and mechanical professionals, but also from deceptive or dishonest ones. A plumber or mechanical professional can harm the public without performing negligently.    The Board declines to establish a specific list of causes of action that must be reported. Agencies must operate with flexibility in their respective areas of expertise. Additionally, the Board may impose discipline for actions or omissions that do not necessarily conform neatly to any single recognized cause of action—for example, the broad phrase “unethical conduct” set forth in Iowa Code section 105.22(3). Ultimately, reporting any judgment or settlement is generally not burdensome.    The Board also declines to answer the commenter’s questions about three specific causes of action as part of the rule-making process. The declaratory order process under Iowa Code section 17A.9 and 641—Chapter 57 remains available to any person seeking the agency’s conclusion as to the applicability to specified circumstances of a rule within the agency’s primary jurisdiction.    No changes from the Notice have been made.Adoption of Rule Making    This rule making was adopted by the Board on April 21, 2020.Fiscal Impact     This rule making has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found.Waivers    Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Board for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any, pursuant to the Board’s general waiver provisions contained in 641—Chapter 31.Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee    The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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).Effective Date    This rule making will become effective on June 24, 2020.    The following rule-making actions are adopted:

    The Secretary of State hereby amends Chapter 29, “Elections Technology Security,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is adopted under the authority provided in Iowa Code section 47.1.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code section 47.1.Purpose and Summary    While the Secretary of State’s office has seen tremendous voluntary adoption of services and security best practices, there is more work to do to continue to increase the security of Iowa’s elections. These amendments will bolster election security by requiring county commissioners of elections to uniformly adopt best practices.Public Comment and Changes to Rule Making    Notice of Intended Action for this rule making was published in the Iowa Administrative Bulletin on March 11, 2020, as ARC 4965C. Comments were received from a county IT director. Most suggestions were accepted, and minor language changes based on those comments have been made.        Adoption of Rule Making    This rule making was adopted by the Secretary of State on April 15, 2020.Fiscal Impact     This rule making has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found.Waivers    Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Secretary of State for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any, pursuant to 721—Chapter 10. Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee    The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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).Effective Date    This rule making will become effective on June 10, 2020.    The following rule-making actions are adopted:

    The Director of the Workforce Development Department hereby amends Chapter 24, “Claims and Benefits,” and Chapter 25, “Benefit Payment Control,” Iowa Administrative Code.Legal Authority for Rule Making    This rule making is adopted under the authority provided in Iowa Code section 96.11.State or Federal Law Implemented    This rule making implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code chapter 96.Purpose and Summary    This rule making further clarifies the effect vacation pay paid to an employee upon separation of employment has on unemployment insurance benefit payments. This rule making includes changes to the unemployment insurance fact-finding interview process to allow for more flexibility for claimants and employers to choose whether they want to participate verbally in a scheduled fact-finding interview. Additionally, this rule making ensures that claimants who were overpaid unemployment insurance and have repaid the nonfraud overpayment have the ability to later collect the amount that was repaid if they are eligible for payments in the future.Public Comment and Changes to Rule Making    Notice of Intended Action for this rule making was published in the Iowa Administrative Bulletin on March 11, 2020, as ARC 4958C. The Notice was reviewed by the Administrative Rules Review Committee at its meeting held on April 3, 2020. A Committee member asked if a credit card fee is assessed, and it was confirmed that a fee is assessed and that notice of the assessment of the fee is provided to the claimant. No public comments were received. No changes from the Notice have been made.Adoption of Rule Making    This rule making was adopted by the Director of the Department on April 15, 2020.Fiscal Impact    This rule making has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa. Jobs Impact    After analysis and review of this rule making, no impact on jobs has been found.Waivers    Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rule making would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Department for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any. Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee    The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rule making by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rule making 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).Effective Date    This rule making will become effective on June 10, 2020.    The following rule-making actions are adopted: