Establishing an interim study committee to review and develop recommendations for the appointment of a special prosecutor for incidents involving the use of deadly force by a peace officer

This bill establishes an interim study committee to review and develop recommendations for the appointment of a special prosecutor for incidents involving the use of deadly force by a peace officer. The bill provides that the legislative council shall establish an interim study committee composed of members of the senate and the house of representatives to meet during the 2021 legislative interim. The committee, in consultation with the justice department, Iowa county attorneys association, state public defender, Iowa state sheriffs’ and deputies’ association, Iowa peace officers association, and other stakeholders, shall study issues relating to the appointment of a special prosecutor to investigate and prosecute incidents involving the use of deadly force by a peace officer. The bill requires the committee to submit its findings and recommendations to the general assembly by January 15, 2022, for consideration by the general assembly during the 2022 legislative session.