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, 2027. 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, school districts are required to utilize appropriate public or private materials and resources to develop and implement this education.

Furthermore, the bill requires that education on the Holocaust be included in the professional development plans for teachers who provide instruction in relevant courses. This training must also cover the specified topics and will count towards teachers' individual professional development requirements. The Department of Education is tasked with submitting an annual report to the governor and the general assembly on the number of school districts offering this education. The bill ensures that it does not infringe upon constitutional rights or conflict with existing discrimination laws, and it specifies that the costs associated with these mandates will be covered by state school foundation aid.