A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa providing that the people of the state have a right to hunt, fish, trap, and harvest wildlife.
SJR 7 proposes adding a constitutional amendment to Iowa's Constitution that explicitly guarantees residents the right to hunt, fish, trap, and harvest wildlife using traditional methods. This right would be subject to state laws and rules focused on wildlife conservation, resource management, and preserving hunting/fishing opportunities. The amendment also designates public hunting and fishing as a "preferred means" for managing wildlife populations, while clarifying it does not affect existing laws on property rights, trespass, or water resources. If approved by voters, this would amend Iowa's Constitution, requiring legislative referral and public ratification after its current legislative process.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 25, 2025
Last action Jan 14, 2026
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Full legislative history
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Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
3
Amendments
1
Jan 14, 2026
Upper · Passed
Subcommittee: Sweeney, Dotzler, and Shipley.
upper
Jun 16, 2025
Committee
Referred to Natural Resources and Environment.
upper
Mar 25, 2025
Introduced
Amendment S-3050 filed.
upper
Feb 25, 2025
Upper · Passed
Committee report, approving bill.
upper
Feb 25, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, placed on calendar.
upper
0 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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