This bill modifies existing provisions regarding open enrollment policies and the education of English-language learners in Iowa. It amends Section 282.18, subsection 2, paragraph c, of the Code 2025, by requiring every school district to adopt a policy that defines "insufficient classroom space." The new definition must now include standards related to the district's capacity to provide instruction specifically to English learners, as defined in section 280.4.

The bill emphasizes the importance of accommodating English learners within the open enrollment framework, ensuring that school districts consider their ability to support these students when determining classroom capacity. This change aims to enhance educational opportunities for English learners by ensuring that their needs are explicitly addressed in the policies governing open enrollment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 282.18