Iowa · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Joint Resolution
SJR 5: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa eliminating involuntary servitude as a punishment for crime.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SJR 5 is a joint resolution introduced in the Iowa Senate on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa eliminating involuntary servitude as a punishment for crime. Primary sponsor: Izaah Knox (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2025): Subcommittee: Rozenboom, Celsi, and Schultz.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Izaah Knox | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Subcommittee: Rozenboom, Celsi, and Schultz.
- Introduced, referred to State Government.