DES MOINES, IOWA (April 22, 2019) — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement regarding the ACLU of Iowa’s decision to file a lawsuit against the new Ag Trespass law, which was signed on Thursday, March 14:
“We are working with the Attorney General’s office to ensure this legislation that supports farmers is upheld. The Ag Trespass bill is designed to protect Iowa farmers from safety-threats or biosecurity risks that untrained people on their property may cause,” said Gov Reynolds. “I am committed to protecting Iowa farmers and ensuring the safety and security of their livestock.”
