The bill amends Section 1.2 of the Iowa Code to clarify the scope of state sovereignty. It asserts that the state possesses sovereignty that aligns with its defined boundaries, but this sovereignty is subject to the rights of the United States concerning public lands. The amendment specifically adds that state sovereignty is also subject to military or naval establishments, while removing the reference to the national government.

This change narrows the focus of state sovereignty by explicitly stating that it is only subject to the rights of the United States regarding public lands and military or naval establishments, rather than the broader category of the national government. The bill emphasizes that the inclusion of this explanation does not imply agreement with its substance by the members of the general assembly.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1.2