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IA SF2118
IA SF2118A bill for an act relating to student participation in non-school-sponsored athletic contests or competitions.
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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill establishes requirements for student participation in athletic contests or competitions that are not sponsored by the student’s school. The bill provides that a student in grades 9 through 12 who participates in a non-school-sponsored athletic contest or competition, including contests or competitions in which collegiate students participate, must do so as an unattached competitor. The bill defines “unattached competitor” as a student who does not represent a school and does not wear a school uniform or other apparel identifying the student with a school. The bill further prohibits a school from providing coaching, transportation, or financial support to a student related to the student’s participation in a non-school-sponsored athletic contest or competition as an unattached competitor.
AI Summary
This bill establishes rules for students in grades 9 through 12 who want to compete in athletic events not organized by their school, including those where college students also participate. It clarifies that such students must compete as an "unattached competitor," meaning they cannot represent their school or wear any school-affiliated clothing. Furthermore, the bill prohibits schools from offering any coaching, transportation, or financial assistance to students participating in these non-school-sponsored events as unattached competitors.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage. (on 02/05/2026)
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=SF2118 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/SF2118.html |
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