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IA SF410
IA SF410A bill for an act relating to public comment periods during regular meetings and special meetings of the boards of directors of school districts.
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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill relates to public comment periods during regular meetings and special meetings of the boards of directors of school districts. The bill requires the board of directors of each school district to provide a reasonable amount of time during each regular meeting and special meeting to receive public comment and to allow each interested member of the public to speak during the public comment period. The bill prohibits the board of directors of a school district from requiring a member of the public to be placed on the meeting’s agenda prior to the meeting in order for the member of the public to speak during the public comment period.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that school district boards of directors must provide a dedicated time for public comments during both regular and special meetings. Specifically, the bill requires boards to allocate a "reasonable amount of time" for public input and ensure that any interested member of the public can speak during this period. While boards are allowed to impose time limits on individual speakers, these limits must be consistent for everyone and only implemented if necessary due to a large number of people wanting to speak. Importantly, the bill prohibits school district boards from requiring members of the public to be pre-listed on the meeting agenda as a condition for speaking during the public comment period. This legislation aims to enhance public participation and transparency in school district governance by making it easier for community members to share their thoughts and concerns directly with school board members during meetings.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage. (on 03/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF410 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/SF410.html |
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