State government reorganization
On July 1, 2023, multiple programs across four agencies became part of the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA) as a new organizational structure for state government went into effect. DIA became the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL). Government departments and agencies that provide related services or have similar business functions are aligning to better serve Iowans. Our goal is to meet your needs more efficiently and effectively through better coordination as one team.


DIAL Press Releases
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Health care employment agency registration
The 89th Iowa General Assembly passed new legislation (House File 2521) during the 2022 session requiring health care employment agencies that provide direct care staff to certain health care facilities in Iowa to register with DIAL and pay an annual registration fee. The department's administrative rules (Iowa Administrative Code 481-55) for the newly-created Iowa Code 135Q have been finalized and the new rules implementing HF2521 went into effect beginning Jan. 4, 2023.
The second report for HCEAs for second quarter 2023 (April 1-June 30, 2023) is due by July 15. HCEAs are able to submit this information by logging in to their account in the Health Facilities database. Additional information, templates, and guides can be found by clicking the link below.