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IA SF2136
IA SF2136A bill for an act relating to elective social studies courses emphasizing religious scripture that school districts may offer and teach.
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Introduced
01/27/2022
01/27/2022
In Committee
01/27/2022
01/27/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/24/2022
05/24/2022
Introduced Session
89th General Assembly
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to elective social studies courses emphasizing religious scripture that school districts may offer and teach.
AI Summary
This bill allows school districts in Iowa to offer and teach elective social studies courses emphasizing religious scripture, such as courses on the Hebrew Scriptures/Old Testament, the New Testament, or both. The courses must meet certain educational purposes, such as providing students with knowledge of biblical content, characters, and narratives that are prerequisites to understanding contemporary society and culture. The bill requires the state board to adopt rules establishing course standards and practitioner preparation and professional development requirements. The courses must be taught in a religiously neutral manner that recognizes and accommodates the diverse religious views and perspectives of students.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage. (on 02/10/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=89&ba=SF2136 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/89/attachments/SF2136.html |
| Bill | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/89/SF2136.pdf |
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