The bill establishes new provisions to support students who are pregnant or have recently given birth while attending state institutions of higher education and community colleges in Iowa. It mandates that these institutions provide reasonable accommodations, which include rescheduling tests and assignments, allowing leaves of absence, and excusing medically necessary absences related to pregnancy. Additionally, the bill prohibits institutions from requiring students to take a leave of absence or withdraw from programs solely due to pregnancy, ensuring that students can complete their courses of study or research activities.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific time allowances for examinations and degree completion, granting students up to twelve months to take exams or complete their degrees after the originally scheduled dates, unless a longer period is medically necessary. Institutions are also required to maintain written policies on pregnancy discrimination, provide training to faculty and staff, and post information about the protections available to pregnant students on their websites. The bill emphasizes the importance of having a dedicated office to oversee compliance and support for pregnancy and parenting issues, while clarifying that these provisions do not apply to students in relation to their employment by the institution.