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SSB 1032

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of inspections, appeals, and licensing.

2025-2026 Regular Session

SSB 1032 streamlines DIAL's operations, eliminates certain inspection fees, enhances confidentiality, and improves accessibility for health-related professions and the public.

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 214.
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Bill Summary · SSB 1032

Summary of SSB 1032 (Renumbered as SF 214)

Bill Overview

Bill Number: SSB 1032
Title: A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL).
Status: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 214.
Introduced: January 22, 2025
Classification: Proposed bill
Subject: Executive branch, fees, inspections, appeals, and licensing department, internet, publications, statutes.

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of SSB 1032 is to streamline and clarify the functions and authority of the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL). The bill aims to enhance operational efficiency by modifying existing regulations, particularly concerning complaint management, fee structures, and the confidentiality of licensure information.

Key Provisions

  1. Complaint Management:

    • DIAL is authorized to administratively close complaints that do not allege violations of specific statutes or rules.

  2. Fee Authority:

    • The bill specifies DIAL’s authority to establish fees through rules set by boards under its purview, provided such fees are authorized by law.

  3. Director's Responsibilities:

    • The responsibilities of DIAL’s director are amended to reflect the authority to conduct inspections and investigations of health-related professions.

  4. Investigation Coordination:

    • DIAL’s director is required to coordinate investigations related to compliance with state or federal law when agreements are in place with other executive branch entities.

  5. Investigator Powers:

    • DIAL investigators are granted the powers and authority of peace officers during investigations.

  6. Confidentiality of Information:

    • DIAL must keep private information received for licensure confidential unless authorized for release by a court or other lawful custodian.

  7. Elimination of Fees:

    • The bill eliminates fees for fire and accident inspections conducted by DIAL.

  8. Regulation of Disability Parking:

    • DIAL is tasked with adopting administrative rules for the provision of parking spaces for persons with disabilities, taking over this responsibility from the Department of Public Safety.

Impact

  • Entities Affected: The bill primarily impacts DIAL and the various boards operating under its authority, as well as individuals and organizations involved in health-related professions and those requiring inspections.
  • Public Accessibility: By eliminating certain fees and streamlining processes, the bill aims to make services more accessible to the public.
  • Confidentiality Assurance: The emphasis on confidentiality is intended to protect sensitive information related to licensure.

Legislative Timeline

  • January 22, 2025: Introduced and referred to State Government.
  • January 23, 2025: Subcommittee meeting held.
  • January 29, 2025: Subcommittee recommends passage.
  • February 4, 2025: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 214.

This summary provides a clear overview of SSB 1032, detailing its purpose, key provisions, and the potential impact on stakeholders.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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