Iowa Code r. 161-3.39 - Postprobable cause process

(1) If the administrative law judge makes a probable cause determination, a staff member shall be assigned to attempt resolution of the case through conciliation. All parties shall be notified of the time and date of any conciliation.

(2) The agency will work with the complainant or complainant's attorney to formulate an initial offer. The 30-day conciliation period begins when the offer of settlement is communicated to the respondent or respondent's attorney.

(3) The conciliation agreement is effective only after the agreement has been signed by all parties and the executive director or designee on behalf of the agency. A copy of the agreement shall be mailed to all parties.

(4) To ensure compliance with a conciliation agreement, the agency shall take appropriate action to ensure compliance, including the filing of an action in district court seeking specific performance of the terms of the conciliation agreement or other remedies that may be available.

(5) A respondent may not request reconsideration of a finding of probable cause.

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Iowa Code r. 161-3.39

ARC 8198C, IAB 8/21/24, effective 9/25/24

Adopted by IAB August 21, 2024/Volume XLVII, Number 5, effective 9/25/2024