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Iowa House Bill HSB187

Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB187

Introduced
2/17/25  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to participation by law enforcement agencies in immigration programs.

Impact

The bill's passage would significantly alter the operational framework of law enforcement in Iowa concerning immigration enforcement. By compelling agencies to formalize agreements with ICE, the bill sets forth a clear directive for local jurisdictions in their handling of immigration-related cases. However, this could create friction between community members, particularly those from immigrant populations, and local law enforcement, as the bill may foster an environment of mistrust and fear. Critics argue that enhanced cooperation with federal immigration enforcement could lead to racial profiling and unintended consequences for public safety.

Summary

House Study Bill 187 mandates that all law enforcement agencies in Iowa must enter into written memorandums of agreement with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to participate in federal immigration programs established under the 287(g) provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This requirement must be fulfilled by January 1, 2026, and includes both the jail enforcement model and the warrant service officer program. The bill is designed to enhance collaboration between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities, thereby aiming to address enforcement of immigration laws more consistently across the state.

Contention

Notably, the bill has faced opposition from those who argue that it infringes on the rights of local communities to determine their own policies. There are also concerns about the lack of funding for the mandates placed on local law enforcement agencies and whether such financial support will follow the legislation. By making certain state mandates applicable without specifying funding provisions, the bill raises questions about the sustainability of these actions, which opponents believe may strain local budgets and resources.

Latest IA HSB187 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2381

A bill for an act relating to illegal reentry into the state by certain aliens, prohibition on arrest in certain locations, orders to return to a foreign nation, immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, sentencing restrictions, and providing penalties.

IA HSB703

A bill for an act relating to illegal reentry into the state by certain aliens, prohibition on arrest in certain locations, orders to return to a foreign nation, immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, sentencing restrictions, and providing penalties.(See HF 2567.)

IA SF2211

A bill for an act relating to illegal reentry into the state by certain aliens, prohibition on arrest in certain locations, orders to return to a foreign nation, immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, sentencing restrictions, and providing penalties.(See SF 2340.)

IA SF2228

A bill for an act relating to illegal reentry into the state by certain aliens, prohibition on arrest in certain locations, orders to return to a foreign nation, immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, sentencing restrictions, and providing penalties.

IA HF2567

A bill for an act relating to illegal reentry into the state by certain aliens, prohibition on arrest in certain locations, orders to return to a foreign nation, immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, sentencing restrictions, and providing penalties.(Formerly HSB 703.)

IA SF2340

A bill for an act relating to illegal reentry into the state by certain aliens, prohibition on arrest in certain locations, orders to return to a foreign nation, immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, sentencing restrictions, and providing penalties. (Formerly SF 2211.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SSB3085

A bill for an act creating a capital murder offense by establishing the penalty of death for murder in the first degree, and including effective date and applicability provisions.

IA SF180

A bill for an act providing credit for accrued sick leave for certain law enforcement officers and making a state mandate inapplicable.

IA HSB713

A bill for an act relating to area education agencies, including modifying provisions related to the duties and powers of area education agencies, oversight by the department of education, funding, shared operational functions, and establishing a task force related to area education agency property and operations, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(See HF 2612.)

IA HSB105

A bill for an act relating to the employment of unauthorized aliens and providing penalties.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.