IA HF2704

Expands victim counselor training requirements to include training from organizations contracted with the department, and clarifies definitions of "confidential communication" and "victim counselor" under Iowa Code section 915.20A

Strengthens confidentiality protections for victim counselors by specifying limited circumstances when disclosure can be compelled: written waiver by the victim, court order, or imminent risk of serious physical injury or death

Provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for victim counselors and crime victim centers who disclose confidential information in good faith

Addresses multiple victim protection areas including protective orders, sex offender registration, rights of sexual abuse victims, mental competency proceedings, civil commitment, and restitution

Introduced by the House Judiciary Committee as a companion bill to SF 2379, consolidating various victim protection provisions into comprehensive legislation