IA SF369

Students in grades 9-12 must pass the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services naturalization civics test as a condition of high school graduation, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year

A passing score requires answering at least 60% of questions correctly; students may retake the test unlimited times at no cost

The requirement applies to public school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools, as well as individuals seeking high school equivalency diplomas

Schools may modify the test for students with individualized education programs (IEPs), Section 504 plans, significant intellectual disabilities, or English learners

The Iowa Department of Education must develop and distribute the multiple-choice test, update it by January 31 following each presidential election, and submit a report to the General Assembly by June 30, 2029 studying the relationship between graduation rates and test passage