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This bill introduces new provisions regarding immigration law enforcement for law enforcement officers in Iowa. Specifically, the bill establishes that any law enforcement officer, including an elected sheriff, who knowingly and intentionally fails to comply with immigration law enforcement requirements can be investigated by the state's attorney general. If an investigation determines that a complaint against an officer is valid, the attorney general may recommend to the Iowa law enforcement academy council that the officer's certification be revoked. Before such a serious action is taken, the officer will be given an opportunity to come into compliance with the requirements. The bill appears to be aimed at ensuring strict adherence to immigration enforcement protocols by creating potential professional consequences for officers who do not follow mandated procedures. This legislation adds a new section (27A.12) to existing law, creating a mechanism for accountability in immigration law enforcement at the local level.

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https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF946