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IA SF2219
Bill
AI Summary
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Public school districts, charter schools, and accredited nonpublic schools must adopt policies granting students exempt absences for participation in 4-H club or FFA activities and projects.
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Students absent for 4-H or FFA involvement must be allowed to make up any classwork missed as a result of the absence.
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Charter schools are required to comply with the same absence exemption requirements as public school districts under Section 299.1, subsection 5.
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The bill passed the Iowa Senate on February 23, 2026, and amends Section 256E.7 (charter schools) and Section 299.1 (school attendance) of the Iowa Code.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act requiring boards of directors of school districts, governing boards of charter schools, and authorities in charge of accredited nonpublic schools to adopt policies related to exempting student absences for 4-H club or FFA activities. (Formerly SSB 3041.)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
3/9/2026