The bill establishes a new section in Iowa law that prohibits public and nonpublic schools from using names, symbols, or images that depict or refer to Native American tribes, individuals, customs, or traditions as mascots, nicknames, logos, letterheads, or team names, effective January 1, 2027. This measure aims to eliminate the use of Native American imagery in school branding and sports.

However, the bill includes an exemption for schools that are under the control of a Native American tribe and fall under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Indian Education, allowing them to continue using such representations. This legislation reflects a growing movement to address cultural sensitivity and respect for Native American identities in educational settings.