IFC Legislative Agenda for the Great State of Iowa includes the following and more to come:
Safer Families Act (provisions of HF654 – passed by the House on April 12, 2023)
Intended to eliminate most of the few remaining “No Guns Zones” in Iowa law
Repeals ban on firearms and ammunition in
Vehicles on the grounds of correctional facilities
Vehicles in publicly accessible parking lots operated by state or local government
Vehicles transporting foster children
School vehicles transporting pupils (authorized armed staff only)
Allows for permit holders to have a concealed handgun in their vehicle when dropping off or picking up at a school
Prohibits state universities and community colleges from banning lawfully possessed weapons in vehicles on their grounds
Repeals the ban on firearms in state-licensed gambling facilities
Repeals the statutes on “manner of conveyance” of long guns in vehicles
Provides for firearm safety Instruction in schools
Provides necessary clean-up of some language in Iowa Code 724 in the wake of the 2021 adoption of permitless carry of weapons
Full 2A Rights for Young Adults
IFC will again seek to remove statutory restrictions on handguns affecting young adults aged 18-20.
2A/4A Protection in Private Parking Lots
IFC will again seek to pass legislation prohibiting employers from disciplining or firing employees who lawfully possess weapons or ammunition in their vehicles on employer-provided parking areas.
Gadsden Flag License Plate to Fund 2A Education and Training
IFC will seek to create an Iowa Gadsden Flag license plate, with funds devoted to 2A education and training, with first priority to IFC or similar groups
Require Iowa Government Agencies to Auction Seized Firearms
IFC will seek to require public disposition of seized firearms, rather than have them all go to the state’s crime lab or be destroyed.
Remove Conservation Officers’ Authority for Warrantless Searches
Investigations on private property must honor Fourth Amendment rights by requiring probable cause, permission or a warrant.
Additionally, there are items in the code that need to be removed and the code streamlined. Things like “724.29 Firearm devices. A person who sells or offers for sale a manual or power-driven trigger activating device constructed and designed so that when attached to a firearm increases the rate of fire of the firearm is guilty of an aggravated misdemeanor. 90 Acts, ch 1147, §1” aren’t relevant, weren’t well constructed at the time, and should cease being in code. To quote my dear friend, Richard Rogers:
“The state has no constitutional or moral authority to regulate the weapons that the people may possess or carry. The law’s proper purpose is to restrain or punish actual bad (criminal) behavior. The Supreme Court has now repeatedly affirmed that Second Amendment rights are fundamental, not second class, rights. A new resolve to strike down government overreach is spreading across the nation and the world. Iowa’s legislators need to take this opportunity and amend or repeal our state’s laws accordingly.”
-Richard Rogers – Iowa Firearms Coalition Board Member, Chief Lobbyist, and NRA Distinguished Advocate Award Winner
Gun Owners Radio: Episode 438 with the Iowa Firearms Coalition – IFC’s Michael Ware was a guest and was interviewed by Michael Schwartz and Alisha Curtin. Fun interview and vital discussion. IFC is featured around 1hr 11mins, but the entire discussion is a fundamental dive into questions that need to be asked and answered. We highly recommend listening to the entire episode.
Michael A. Schwartz is the Executive Director of San Diego County Gun Owners PAC (SDCGO). SDCGO is a political organization that focuses on Second Amendment issues at the local level. SDCGO is changing the face of gun ownership by getting volunteers involved in local level activism and outreach. Michael is passionate about Second Amendment rights, and a true leader in preserving gun rights through action. He has helped launch Orange County Gun Owners, Riverside County Gun Owners, and San Bernardino County Gun Owners. Get involved, have some fun, and make a difference.
Alisha Curtin is the multi-talented host of Gun Owners Radio and one of the most sought-after firearms trainers in San Diego! Alisha is a passionate defender of the Second Amendment and a true firearms expert, with years of experience in shooting and training. With her engaging personality and no-nonsense approach, Alisha has quickly become the go-to source for all things gun-related. Whether she’s sharing tips on the latest training techniques or diving into the hot-button issues facing gun owners, Alisha’s unique perspective and insight make Gun Owners Radio a must-listen for anyone interested in guns and the rights of gun owners.
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Micah Cope is with IFC this week from CopeWERX talking about edged weapons, EDCs, blade choices, steels, and more for Warrior Wednesday. See his reviews and learn more @CopeWERX and check out the blade buy/sell/swap page on FB too!
We at the Iowa Firearms Coalition all hope that you have a Happy New Year and that 2025 turns out to be a great year not just for you, but also for the expansion of our Second Amendment freedoms, and for America.
IFC 2025 Legislative Agenda
IFC has listened to its members and has been working on legislative language to address your concerns. Here is the legislative platform for 2025. Be sure to attend 2A Day to learn more about these bills and to encourage your legislators to support them!
Safer Families Act (provisions of HF654 – passed by the House on April 12, 2023)
Intended to eliminate most of the few remaining “No Guns Zones” in Iowa law:
Repeals ban on firearms and ammunition in:
Vehicles on the grounds of correctional facilities
Vehicles in publicly accessible parking lots operated by state or local government
Vehicles transporting foster children
School vehicles transporting pupils (authorized armed staff only)
Allows for permit holders to have a concealed handgun in their vehicle when dropping off or picking up at a school
Prohibits state universities and community colleges from banning lawfully possessed weapons in vehicles on their grounds
Repeals the ban on firearms in state-licensed gambling facilities
Repeals the statutes on “manner of conveyance” of long guns in vehicles
Provides for firearm safety Instruction in schools
Provides necessary clean-up of some language in Iowa Code 724 in the wake of the 2021 adoption of permitless carry of weapons
Full 2A Rights for Young Adults
IFC will again seek to remove statutory restrictions on handguns affecting young adults aged 18-20.
2A/4A Protection in Private Parking Lots
IFC will again seek to pass legislation prohibiting employers from disciplining or firing employees who lawfully possess weapons or ammunition in their vehicles on employer provided parking areas.
Repeal Firearms Devices Section 724.29
This is causing problems with sales of binary triggers and similar devices.
Gadsden Flag License Plate to Fund 2A Education and Training
IFC will seek to create an Iowa Gadsden Flag license plate, with funds devoted to 2A education and training, with first priority to IFC or similar groups.
Require Iowa Government Agencies to Auction Seized Firearms
IFC will seek to require public disposition of seized firearms, rather than have them all go to the state’s crime lab or be destroyed.
Remove Conservation Officers’ Authority for Warrantless Searches
Investigations on private property must honor Fourth Amendment rights by requiring probable cause, permission, or a warrant.
2A LOBBY DAY AND THE IFC-PAC DINNER
I’m looking forward to meeting you at 2A Day on February 18th at the State Capitol where you will have a chance to talk to your legislators about the need for these legislative changes. Also, don’t forget to get your tickets for the IFC-PAC BBQ Dinner that evening, with Iowa Hero, Major Jeff Streucker of Black Hawk Down Fame.
Jeff Struecker, IFC’s 2A Day (February 18th, 2025) featured speaker, leads the Unbeatable Army. He’s a decorated soldier who enlisted in the United States Army at age 18 and retired with almost 23 years of active federal service. In 2017, he was inducted into the US Army Ranger Hall of Fame.
He spent most of his Army career in the 75th Ranger Regiment. While serving in this unit, Jeff competed in and won the Best Ranger Competition in 1996. He then served at the University of Louisville, where he was recognized as the US Army ROTC, Noncommissioned Officer of the year. Jeff spent his final years in the US Army serving as a chaplain in Airborne and Ranger units.
Join us on 2A Day! If you’d like to listen to a passionate story in a more intimate setting, purchase a ticket and support the IFC-PAC later in the evening on February 18th, 2025 at our annual IFC-PAC Supper.
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2A LOBBY DAY AND THE IFC-PAC DINNER
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