Bill > SJR18

This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to the Iowa State Constitution to explicitly protect the right of people to keep and bear arms, stating that this right shall not be infringed and is a fundamental individual right. It further mandates that any restrictions 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, formerly known as Senate Joint Resolution 10 and now identified as Senate Joint Resolution 18, must be referred to the next elected general assembly and published for three months prior to the next general election for legislative members before it can be considered for adoption.