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IA SF2006
IA SF2006A bill for an act relating to physical activity requirements applicable to students enrolled in public schools and accredited nonpublic schools.
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Introduced
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
In Committee
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill relates to physical activity requirements applicable to students enrolled in public schools and accredited nonpublic schools. Current law requires all physically able students in kindergarten through grade five to engage in a physical activity for a minimum of 30 minutes per school day, which may include physical education. The bill provides that physical education shall not be used to meet this physical activity requirement. The bill provides that the physical activity requirement shall not apply when a student is suspended or expelled. The bill also provides that a school shall not prevent a student from engaging in 30 minutes of physical activity per school day unless the student poses a danger to the health or safety of certain specified persons, the school relocates physical activity that was to take place outdoors due to inclement weather, the school dismisses classes early due to unforeseen circumstances, or the student is absent from school, including due to illness or a medical appointment, during the time of the school day that the school provides for the student’s class to engage in physical activity.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law regarding physical activity for students in public and accredited nonpublic schools, specifically for those in kindergarten through fifth grade. While current law mandates 30 minutes of daily physical activity, this bill clarifies that formal physical education classes cannot be counted towards this requirement. It also introduces exceptions, stating that the daily physical activity requirement does not apply if a student is suspended or expelled, or under specific circumstances such as the student posing a danger, outdoor activities being moved indoors due to weather, early school dismissals due to unforeseen events, or the student's absence during the designated physical activity time.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Committee report, recommending passage. S.J. 173. (on 01/29/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF2006 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/SF2006.html |
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