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IA SF2160

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Doug Campbell

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Origin

Senate

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • School district boards of directors must comply with all applicable provisions of Iowa Code Chapter 22, which governs examination of public records.
  • Individuals aggrieved by a school board's failure to comply with public records law may enforce their rights through legal action under Chapter 22.
  • Available enforcement mechanisms include seeking a writ of mandamus or injunction against non-compliant school boards.
  • Civil remedies include monetary damages from the lawful custodian who violated the law, plus payment of costs and reasonable attorney fees.
  • Repeat offenders may face removal from office as a penalty for continued violations.

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to the ability of persons to examine the public records of school districts.

Last Action

Subcommittee: Evans, Pike, and Trone Garriott. S.J. 191.

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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