The state of Iowa is taking steps to address illegal immigration with the passage of Senate File 2340. This bill would allow local police to arrest illegal immigrants who have previously been deported if they enter or re-enter the state. The legislation is similar to a Texas law that is currently facing legal challenges from the Biden administration.
Under Senate File 2340, it would be considered a crime for an illegal immigrant to enter or re-enter Iowa if they have a history of deportation or denial of admission to the U.S. The bill has successfully passed through both the Senate and the House and is now awaiting Governor Kim Reynolds' signature. Governor Reynolds, a Republican, has expressed her intention to sign the bill into law, with the effective date set for July.
