Iowa Code r. 141-1.1 - Authority and function

The office of ombudsman was established by the general assembly in 1972 and is charged with the responsibility to investigate complaints from any persons regarding administrative actions of Iowa state or local governmental agencies and to render objective opinions or recommendations on the complaints, in the interests of resolving complaints and improving administrative processes and procedures. In addition to the powers and duties specified in Iowa Code chapter 2C, the office of ombudsman shall investigate complaints received pursuant to Iowa Code section 23A.4.

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Iowa Code r. 141-1.1

Adopted and published 10/26/16 pursuant to Iowa Code section 2C.9(5), effective 11/1/16; Adopted and published 6/2/21 pursuant to Iowa Code section 2C.9(5), effective 6/2/21

Amended by IAB October 26, 2016/Volume XXXIX, Number 09, effective 11/1/2016