USA - Proposed Rule for Removing Rule Language that Recites Statutory Text, Removing Restrictive Terms That Do Not Contribute to Health and Safety, and Removing Obsolete or Unnecessary Requirements

Proposed rule - The Iowa Department of Education proposes removing rule language that recites statutory text, removing restrictive terms that do not contribute to health and safety, and removing obsolete or unnecessary requirements. The Department proposes adding rule language specific to buses with alternate fuel sources, such as electric buses (proposed subrule 44.3(25)). Even with this additional language, the Department's proposal reduces the regulatory burden in this chapter.

Any interested person may submit written or oral comments concerning this proposed rulemaking. Written or oral comments in response to this rulemaking must be received by the Department no later than 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST) on February 27, 2024.

There will be an in-person public hearing on February 27, 2024 at the Grimes State Office Building in Des Moines, Iowa, from 11:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 3:30 to 4 p.m. CST. Any persons who intend to attend a public hearing and have special requirements, such as those related to hearing or mobility impairments, should contact the Department, and advise of specific needs by calling +1515.281.5295​