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IA HF575
IA HF575A bill for an act requiring reporting by regents institutions of funding from certain foreign sources and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 54.)
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Introduced
02/24/2025
02/24/2025
In Committee
04/03/2025
04/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill requires each regents institution to prepare a report annually by December 31 that includes specified information on certain funding received from foreign sources, as defined in the bill. This information includes the amount, type, and purposes of the funding and a description of the foreign source. The bill requires each institution to post the report required on the institution’s internet site, provide the report to the governor and the general assembly, and update the report regularly. The report and updates are public records. The bill authorizes the attorney general to bring an action against a regents institution for a writ of mandamus to compel the institution to comply with the bill. The bill does not require reporting of payments made by a natural person who would otherwise qualify as a foreign source for tuition or related fees to support an individual matriculating as a student at a regents institution. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Combatting Foreign Funding of Higher Education Act," requires public institutions governed by the state board of regents to submit annual reports detailing foreign funding sources exceeding $50,000. The bill defines "foreign sources" broadly, including foreign governments, entities created under foreign laws, non-U.S. individuals, and their agents. Each institution must prepare a comprehensive report by December 31 that includes the amount of reportable funding received, a description of the funding type and purpose, and detailed information about the foreign source. By January 15, these reports must be posted on the institution's website and submitted to the governor and general assembly, with regular updates required. The reports are considered public records, and the attorney general is authorized to compel compliance through legal action. The bill specifically exempts payments made by foreign individuals for student tuition and related fees. This legislation aims to increase transparency regarding foreign funding in higher education institutions and will take effect on January 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Higher Education (House)
Last Action
Referred to Higher Education. H.J. 895. (on 04/03/2025)
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=HF575 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/HF575.html |
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