A bill for an act relating to the creation of an extreme risk protective order against a person in possession of a firearm who presents a significant danger to the person's self or others, and providing penalties.

Iowa Senate Bill 2122 (SF2122) proposed the establishment of 'extreme risk protective orders' (ERPOs). These orders would allow family members, intimate partners, or law enforcement officers to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed to pose a significant danger to themselves or others. The bill outlined procedures for filing such petitions, criteria for issuing ERPOs, and penalties for violations. Introduced by Senator Art Staed on January 27, 2026, the bill was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee and assigned to a subcommittee on January 28, 2026. However, it did not advance further and died in committee.

Positive media analysis is being generated.

Although direct media reactions to SF2122 are not found, opponents of similar bills often express concerns about potential infringements on Second Amendment rights and due process. Critics argue that ERPOs could be misused, leading to unjustified confiscation of firearms without sufficient evidence or proper legal procedures.