Iowa Education Legislative Watch
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SF 2241

Tightens charter school oversight, governance, and financial reporting rules

The bill adds reporting duties for charter schools and their governing boards, requires parent-heavy boards with a district representative, and requires the state board to monitor charter schools more closely. It also limits new charter approvals to one per 10,000 students statewide.

Official title

A bill for an act relating to charter school requirements, including reporting requirements, governance standards, financial accountability, and oversight by the state board of education.

Introduced1 of 5

Where it stands

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Senate
  4. House
  5. Governor

Last action, Feb 16: Subcommittee: Sinclair, Donahue, and Pike.

History

  • Subcommittee: Sinclair, Donahue, and Pike.Senate · Feb 16
  • Introduced, referred to Education. S.J. 235.Senate · Feb 10