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IA SJR2005
Joint Resolution
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Herman Quirmbach
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AI Summary
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Proposes adding Section 24A to Article I of the Iowa Constitution establishing a constitutional right to public education for all youths in the state
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Requires the state to provide comprehensive education meeting or exceeding national standards through public schools and competent educators
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Mandates instruction in reading, literature, mathematics, science, technology, history, social science, public affairs, the arts, and human growth and development
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Allows the General Assembly or a delegated state education agency to determine additional required subjects
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Requires publication for three consecutive months before the next general election, then referral to the 92nd General Assembly for adoption before voter ratification
Legislative Description
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa relating to the right of all youths of this state to a comprehensive public education.
Last Action
Subcommittee: Rozenboom, Schultz, and Townsend. S.J. 132.
1/22/2026