351—8.14(68B) False communications prohibited.
- 8.14(1) False material fact. An executive branch lobbyist will not intentionally deceive or attempt to deceive any executive branch official or employee in regard to a material fact pertinent to an administrative rule, legislation, or an executive order.
8.14(2) False communication. An executive branch lobbyist will not cause a communication or an executive branch lobbyist registration statement to be sent to an executive branch official or an executive branch employee in the name of either of the following:
- a. A fictitious person; or
- b. A real person except with the consent of that person.
- 8.14(3) Complaints. Complaints or information provided to the board alleging a violation of this rule by an executive branch lobbyist will be filed with the board.
This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 68B.32A(13).
[ARC 0239D, IAB 4/29/26, effective 6/3/26]