Loading chat...
IA HF2718
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Creates the "Anti-Red Flag Gun Seizure Act" prohibiting Iowa state agencies, political subdivisions, and law enforcement from enforcing federal or state red flag laws that would seize firearms from law-abiding citizens without a violent felony conviction.
-
Defines "red flag law" as any law, order, or measure directing temporary or permanent seizure of firearms, accessories, or ammunition, or prohibiting possession without conviction of a violent felony.
-
Bars state and local government entities from receiving federal funds to enforce any red flag laws against Iowa residents.
-
Imposes a $50,000 civil penalty per occurrence on political subdivisions or law enforcement agencies whose officers knowingly violate the act, with injured parties able to seek injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees.
-
Takes effect immediately upon enactment and waives sovereign immunity as a defense in enforcement actions.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the seizure of firearms, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 430.)
Last Action
Subcommittee: Evans, Quirmbach, and Taylor. S.J. 551.
3/10/2026