Iowa's proposed legislation, similar to a Texas law, aims to criminalize presence of individuals previously denied or removed from the US, causing immigrant community concerns.
Iowa's proposed legislation, expected to be signed by Governor Kim Reynolds, would make it a state crime for individuals to be in Iowa if previously denied admission or removed from the US, mirroring part of a Texas law that is currently blocked in court. This has sparked concern and anxiety among immigrant communities, as some are questioning whether to leave the state. Latino and immigrant community groups are organizing informational meetings and materials to provide answers and address concerns surrounding the interpretation and enforcement of the bill.
April 01, 2024
16 Articles