Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a bill lowering the minimum age to own and carry a handgun in Iowa.
Starting July 1, 18-year-olds can own and carry pistols, revolvers, and ammunition. It is already legal for 18-year-olds to buy long guns, such as rifles or shotguns. The new law aligns Iowa’s age requirements for handgun ownership more closely with federal standards. Supporters say the change is about respecting the rights of legal adults.