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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill adopts the Oxford English dictionary as the official state dictionary. The provisions of Code section 1.18 (Iowa English language reaffirmation) do not apply to, among other things, tourism and commerce, public health and safety, language education, and communication by a member of the general assembly or an officer of state government.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Oxford English Dictionary as the official dictionary for the state of Iowa, meaning it will be the authoritative source for English language usage within the state. Importantly, this designation exempts certain areas from the provisions of Code section 1.18, which likely refers to a previous law concerning the reaffirmation of the English language in Iowa. These exempted areas include tourism and commerce, public health and safety, language education, and official communications from members of the general assembly or state government officers, ensuring that the adoption of the Oxford English Dictionary does not restrict these vital functions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Subcommittee: Rozenboom, Schultz, and Staed. S.J. 191. (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF2165 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/SF2165.html |
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