Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds Mandates E-Verify for State Licensing in New Order
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed an executive order mandating E-Verify for state licensing, aiming to enhance immigration verification processes in Iowa.
- On March 11, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa, Governor Kim Reynolds signed an executive order requiring state departments to use E-Verify and SAVE systems for immigration checks.
- The executive order mandates verification of immigration and citizenship status for all occupational and professional licenses issued by Iowa state government departments.
- This initiative aligns with federal enforcement measures by the United States Department of Homeland Security to strengthen immigration compliance across state governments.
Why It Matters
This executive order reflects a growing trend among state governments in the United States to tighten immigration controls, significantly impacting the professional licensing landscape in Iowa and potentially influencing similar actions nationwide.