This bill amends the eligibility requirements for students participating in open enrollment for grades nine through twelve in Iowa. Specifically, it changes the current law that prohibits these students from participating in varsity interscholastic athletic contests and competitions during their first 90 school days of enrollment in a new district. The amendment extends this ineligibility period to 140 calendar days, thereby increasing the time frame during which students cannot compete in varsity sports after transferring schools.

Despite this change, the bill retains existing exceptions that allow students to participate immediately in varsity interscholastic sports under certain circumstances. This means that while the general rule regarding the waiting period has been extended, there are still provisions in place for students who meet specific criteria to engage in athletic competitions right away.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 282.18