Iowa HF2728 makes it illegal to approach or remain near a first responder after receiving a warning, with penalties for obstructing their duties.

Iowa HF2728 defines a "first responder" as a law enforcement officer, probation or parole officer, firefighter, or emergency medical care provider. The bill prohibits individuals from approaching or remaining within 25 feet of a first responder after receiving a warning, if the intent is to impede or interfere with their duties, threaten them with physical harm, or harass them. Violating this provision is a serious misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in confinement and a fine of at least $430 but not more than $2,560.

Iowa HF2728 makes it illegal to approach or remain near a first responder after receiving a warning, with penalties for obstructing their duties.

Iowa HF2728 defines a "first responder" as a law enforcement officer, probation or parole officer, firefighter, or emergency medical care provider. The bill prohibits individuals from approaching or remaining within 25 feet of a first responder after receiving a warning, if the intent is to impede or interfere with their duties, threaten them with physical harm, or harass them. Violating this provision is a serious misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in confinement and a fine of at least $430 but not more than $2,560.