A bill for an act relating to the elimination of surgical smoke by hospitals, critical access hospitals, and ambulatory surgical centers.

This bill requires Iowa hospitals, critical access hospitals, and ambulatory surgical centers to adopt policies by January 1, 2027, ensuring surgical smoke is eliminated during procedures using energy-based devices (like lasers or electrosurgery). It mandates the use of smoke evacuation systems - such as smoke evacuators or local exhaust ventilators - to capture and filter surgical smoke at its source, preventing exposure to medical staff and patients. The bill defines key terms including "surgical smoke" (by-products from energy devices) and "smoke evacuation system" for clarity. It directs the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing to establish these requirements through rules.