This bill mandates that school districts in Iowa incorporate age-appropriate and grade-appropriate instruction on the Holocaust into their educational programs for middle and high school students by the school year beginning July 1, 2025. The instruction must cover various topics, including the causes and ramifications of the Holocaust, the history of antisemitism, the role of the United States in defeating the Nazi regime, and the importance of personal responsibility and civic engagement. Additionally, the bill requires that teachers receive professional development training on Holocaust education, which will be credited toward their individual professional development plans.

The bill also establishes that the Department of Education will report annually to the governor and the general assembly on the number of school districts providing Holocaust education. It clarifies that the implementation of this education will not infringe upon constitutional rights and will not conflict with existing discrimination laws. Furthermore, the financial responsibility for any state mandates included in the bill will be covered by the school districts using state school foundation aid, ensuring that no additional state funding is necessary for compliance.