A bill for an act relating to the peace officer, public safety, and emergency personnel bill of rights, and providing fees.(See HF 2797.)

House Study Bill 770 (HSB770) was introduced in the Iowa General Assembly to amend the rights and procedures concerning peace officers, public safety, and emergency personnel. Key provisions included:

- **Definition Updates**: Clarified terms such as 'formal administrative investigation' to specify that such investigations, based on complaints, could lead to reassignment, suspension, demotion, removal, or discharge of an officer.

- **Investigation Procedures**: Mandated that officers under investigation receive copies of relevant documents, including incident reports and recordings, prior to interviews. It also required that interviews be audio-recorded and limited to questions directly related to the officer's employment.

- **Evidence Handling**: Prohibited agencies from withholding exculpatory evidence from officers under investigation and set a 'clear and convincing' standard of proof for allegations of untruthfulness or dishonesty.

- **Complaint Timeliness**: Required that complaints against officers be filed within a reasonable period from when the complainant knew or should have known about the officer's actions.

HSB770 was later renumbered as House File 2797 (HF2797), which was signed into law by the Governor on June 2, 2026.

Supporters of the bill, including law enforcement associations, praised the legislation for providing clearer guidelines and protections for officers during investigations. They argued that the bill ensures fair treatment and due process, which can enhance morale and trust within the law enforcement community.

Critics expressed concerns that the bill could make it more challenging to hold officers accountable for misconduct. They argued that the provisions might create additional hurdles in investigating and disciplining officers, potentially undermining public trust in law enforcement.