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IA HF2556
A bill for an act relating to damages against participants in firearms regulation violations by political subdivisions, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 518.) Effective date: 01/01/2025.
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Introduced
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
In Committee
03/04/2024
03/04/2024
Crossed Over
02/29/2024
02/29/2024
Passed
04/23/2024
04/23/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/01/2024
05/01/2024
Introduced Session
90th General Assembly
Bill Summary
An Act relating to damages against participants in firearms regulation violations by political subdivisions, and including effective date provisions.
AI Summary
This bill amends Iowa's laws regarding damages against political subdivisions (e.g., cities, counties) that enact firearms regulations in violation of state law. It allows individuals adversely affected by such illegal firearms regulations to sue for declaratory and injunctive relief, as well as damages. The bill sets specific damages amounts, with higher penalties for knowing violations, and requires the political subdivision to pay the damages directly to the adversely affected person. The bill also requires the court to award reasonable attorney's fees and court costs to the prevailing party. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Public Safety (H)
Last Action
Signed by Governor. H.J. 938. (on 05/01/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=90&ba=HF2556 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGE/90/attachments/HF2556.html |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGR/90/attachments/HF2556.html |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/90/attachments/HF2556.html |
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