Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-572.2 - [Effective 4/9/2025] Review of applications

(1) Upon receipt of a completed application, the executive director as authorized by the board has discretion to:

a. Require additional information relating to the character, education, and experience of the applicant.

b. Authorize the issuance of the license, permit, or registration.

c. Refer the application to the committee for review and consideration for matters including but not limited to prior criminal history pursuant to Iowa Code section 272C.15, chemical dependence, competency, physical or psychological illness, malpractice claims or settlements, or professional disciplinary history that are relevant in determining the applicant's qualifications.

(2) Following review and consideration of an application referred by the executive director, the committee may:

a. Authorize the executive director to issue the license, permit, registration, or qualification.

b. Forward the application to the board for further review and consideration.

(3) Following board review and consideration of an application, the board will:

a. Authorize the issuance of the license, permit, registration or qualification; or

b. Initiate other action in accordance with rule 481-572.22 (147, 153, 272C).

(4) The committee or board may require an applicant to appear for an interview as part of the application process.

(5) The committee or board may defer final decision making on an application if there is a pending investigation or disciplinary action against an applicant who may otherwise meet the requirements for license, permit, registration or qualification, until such time as the matter has been resolved.

This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code chapters 147, 153 and 272C.

Notes

Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-572.2

Adopted by IAB March 5, 2025/Volume XLVII, Number 18, effective 4/9/2025