Fighting Federal Overreach

The Attorney General’s Office is committed to protecting and defending the rights of Iowans. When the Federal Government exceeds its authority and infringes upon state’s rights, the office takes action to uphold constitutional boundaries. These actions include defending state laws and regulations, as well as suing the federal government when necessary to ensure it stays within its lawful limits.  

Actions Attorney General Brenna Bird has taken to protect against federal overreach:  

Attorney General Brenna Bird Secures Election Integrity Win for Iowa 

Attorney General Brenna Bird Leads Coalition to Protect the Right of Iowans to Affordable Retirement Advice 

Attorney General Bird Leads Coalition Warning Against Federal Overreach on Crypto Transactions 

Attorney General Bird Leads Charge for New WOTUS Rule that Protects Iowa Farmers and Landowners 

Attorney General Bird to Lead Nationwide Lawsuit Against Biden Greenhouse Gas Disclosure Mandate 

Attorney General Bird Joins 21 States in Letter Opposing the Department of Energy’s New Gas Stove Regulations 

Attorney General Bird Sues ATF over Federal Law Requiring Registration of Guns with a Pistol Brace Attachment