This bill amends existing Iowa law regarding the training and curricula provided by public institutions of higher education and school districts, specifically focusing on prohibiting the teaching of specific stereotyping and scapegoating based on demographic group membership or identity. It introduces new requirements for superintendents, employees, contractors, and volunteers in school districts to ensure that all curricula, educational materials, and training do not violate these prohibitions. Additionally, it mandates that the president and other administrators of public institutions of higher education ensure that their employees and contractors receive training on these requirements.

Furthermore, the bill prohibits school districts from using any funds or resources to provide curricula or training that violates these provisions and allows parents, guardians, employees, and residents to bring civil actions for injunctive relief against school districts that fail to comply. The bill clarifies that individuals bringing such actions do not need to demonstrate personal harm from the violations. Overall, the legislation aims to enforce strict guidelines on educational content and training related to demographic issues within Iowa's educational institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 261H.8, 279.74