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IA HF2087
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jason Gearhart
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the governor from including measures in disaster emergency proclamations that unduly interfere with religious institution operations or impede individuals' practice of religion.
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Reduces the initial duration of a state of disaster emergency from 30 days to 15 days, after which only the General Assembly (not the governor) may extend, rescind, or amend the proclamation.
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Limits extensions to 15-day increments and allows the Legislative Council to act only once when the General Assembly is not in session.
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Restricts disaster proclamations from infringing on fundamental constitutional rights unless justified by compelling state interest and achieved through the least restrictive means.
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Prohibits disaster measures from authorizing digital surveillance or tracking without prior notice and consent, or using drones, unmanned vehicles, or AI-based systems for enforcement.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the powers and duties applicable to state of disaster emergencies and public health disasters, including a prohibition on regulating religious institutions and practices.
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Judiciary. H.J. 112.
1/15/2026