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SJR 2005

Proposes constitutional right to comprehensive public education for all youths

This joint resolution would add a right to public education to the Iowa Constitution, requiring the state to provide all youths a comprehensive education that meets or exceeds national standards. It lists required subjects such as reading, math, science, history, the arts, and human growth and development. If adopted by two legislatures, voters would decide it.

Official title

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa relating to the right of all youths of this state to a comprehensive public education.

Introduced1 of 5

Where it stands

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

Last action, Jan 22: Subcommittee: Rozenboom, Schultz, and Townsend. S.J. 132.

History

  • Subcommittee: Rozenboom, Schultz, and Townsend. S.J. 132.Senate · Jan 22
  • Introduced, referred to State Government. S.J. 119.Senate · Jan 21