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IA HF2397
Bill
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Aime Wichtendahl
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AI Summary
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Governor must work with the attorney general to take all necessary steps to secure the return of U.S. citizens who are Iowa residents and have been unlawfully deported by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
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Governor and attorney general must also secure the release of U.S. citizens who are Iowa residents and have been unlawfully detained by ICE
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Individuals may bring civil lawsuits in Iowa state court against ICE for damages resulting from injuries and human rights violations caused by the agency's actions in the state
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Creates two new sections (27A.12 and 27A.13) in Iowa Code addressing ICE accountability
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to actions of United States immigration and customs enforcement.
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Judiciary. H.J. 257.
2/11/2026