A bill for an act requiring boards of directors of school districts, the authorities in charge of accredited nonpublic schools, and the governing boards of charter schools to adopt policies related to excusing the absences of students enrolled in grades six through twelve for civic or political events.

Summary

The bill directs public school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools in Iowa to adopt policies that excuse a student’s absence for civic or political participation. Students must give a 24‑hour notice, and the excused absence does not count toward chronic absenteeism. The measure aims to encourage civic engagement among middle and high school students.

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