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Deciding Iowa
Deciding Iowa is a podcast tackling the tough political and people-focused issues shaping our state. Through honest conversations and deep dives into policy, Shawn Ellerbroek and Emily Boevers break down complex topics with expert voices and clear insights. Each episode explores what’s at stake and where Iowa goes from here.
Deciding Iowa
Season 2 - Episode 4: Supporting Law Enforcement
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UPDATE: The subcommittee meeting has been canceled. Stay tuned for updates yet keep up the pressure!
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We want to take a moment to reflect on what’s happening to our neighbors in Minnesota. This moment calls for honest reflection and sincere grief for the lives lost and the communities affected.
It is not acceptable for any federal agent or law enforcement officer to act outside of constitutional rights, due process, and transparent accountability. Our democratic process and civil liberties depend on these foundations being upheld for all people, regardless of citizenship status.
THIS WEDNESDAY, a bill is being discussed in committee, sponsored by Representative Vondran, Representative Gjerde, and Representative Holt (HF 2041) proposes changes to Iowa law requiring all state and local law enforcement agencies and officers to cooperate and work with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal immigration-related agencies when asked.
Details can be found at: https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF%202041
Please email your input to:
steven.holt@legis.iowa.gov
https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/legislator?ga=91...
mike.vondran@legis.iowa.gov
https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/legislator?ga=91...
eric.gjerde@legis.iowa.gov
https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/legislator...
Let’s keep showing up. Let’s keep demanding justice, accountability, and truth.