The bill mandates that the governor of Iowa, in collaboration with the attorney general, must take all necessary actions to ensure the return of U.S. citizens who are residents of Iowa and have been unlawfully deported, as well as to secure the release of those unlawfully detained by U.S. immigration and customs enforcement (ICE). This provision emphasizes the state's commitment to protecting its residents' rights against unlawful actions by federal immigration authorities.

Additionally, the bill authorizes individuals to file civil lawsuits against ICE for damages resulting from injuries and violations of human rights caused by the agency's actions within the state. This provision aims to provide a legal avenue for residents to seek redress for any harm they may have suffered due to ICE's enforcement practices.