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IA HF2513
IA HF2513A bill for an act prohibiting institutions of higher education from entering into employment contracts with citizens of federally designated foreign adversaries and state sponsors of terrorism holding certain visas. (Formerly HSB 536.)
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Introduced
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/03/2026
03/03/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
An Act prohibiting institutions of higher education from entering into employment contracts with citizens of federally designated foreign adversaries and state sponsors of terrorism holding certain visas.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits institutions of higher education in Iowa from hiring individuals on H-1B visas who are citizens of countries designated as foreign adversaries by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce or as state sponsors of terrorism by the U.S. Secretary of State, with this prohibition taking effect on July 1, 2026. The bill defines "institution of higher education" to include colleges and universities that grant degrees, but specifically excludes institutions governed by the state board of regents and community colleges, although a separate section requires community colleges to adopt a similar policy. This measure aims to prevent employment contracts with individuals from nations deemed a security risk by the federal government.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Higher Education (House)
Last Action
Message from House. (on 03/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF2513 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGR/91/attachments/HF2513.html |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/HF2513.html |
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