Bill > HJR3

This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa that would explicitly state that the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed, recognizing it as a fundamental individual right. Furthermore, it mandates that any restrictions placed on this right must undergo "strict scrutiny," a legal standard requiring the government to demonstrate a compelling interest and that the restriction is narrowly tailored to achieve that interest. This proposed amendment, if passed by the current General Assembly, would then be referred to the next General Assembly for a second approval before being put to a vote by the citizens of Iowa for ratification.