IA HF2229

Creates a new executive director position at the Iowa Utilities Commission, appointed by majority vote of commission members to manage daily operations and staff under commission direction

Redefines the chairperson role to focus on moderating contested cases, meetings, and other proceedings rather than serving as administrator of the commission

Executive director must be selected primarily for administrative ability and field knowledge without regard to political affiliation, and serves at the pleasure of the commission

Bars individuals employed by or owning stock in public utilities from serving as executive director, consistent with existing restrictions on commission members

First executive director appointment is exempt from competitive recruitment and selection requirements; subsequent appointments must follow standard state hiring processes