Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF367

Introduced
2/20/23  
Introduced
2/20/23  

Caption

A bill for an act prohibiting school districts and charter schools from taking disciplinary action against employees, contractors, or students for the use of legal names or for the failure to use personal pronouns in official communications.(See HF 620.)

Impact

If enacted, HF367 would have significant implications for school policies across the state by ensuring that rules and disciplinary actions cannot target individuals for identity-related issues. Schools would be required to respect the legal names of individuals as well as their preferred pronouns, fostering an environment that promotes inclusivity and respect for personal identity. The bill stands to alter the landscape of student and employee interactions within educational institutions, impacting the way that schools handle personal expression and identity.

Summary

House File 367 (HF367) seeks to prohibit school districts and charter schools from taking disciplinary measures against employees, contractors, or students based on their use of legal names or their failure to use personal pronouns in official communications. The bill aims to ensure that individuals are not subjected to punitive actions regarding their identity and expressions, particularly in the educational environment. This legislation is seen as a step towards protecting the rights of individuals within schools, particularly those who identify with specific gender identities.

Contention

The discussions and potential debates surrounding HF367 could revolve around the balance between individual rights and traditional school policies. Supporters of the bill argue that it is crucial for fostering an inclusive environment that respects individual identity, which can lead to positive outcomes for students who have historically faced discrimination or ostracization based on their gender identity. On the other hand, opponents may express concerns about the implications of enforcing such policies, particularly regarding parental rights and the ability of schools to maintain certain standards in communications.

Companion Bills

IA HF620

Similar To A bill for an act prohibiting school districts and charter schools from taking disciplinary action against employees, contractors, or students for the use of legal names or for the failure to use personal pronouns in official communications, and providing civil penalties.(Formerly HF 367.)

Previously Filed As

IA SF8

A bill for an act prohibiting school districts and charter schools from taking disciplinary action against employees, contractors, or students for the use of legal names, the use of student names as listed in school registration forms or records, or for the failure to use personal pronouns in official communications, and providing civil penalties.

IA HF80

A bill for an act prohibiting school districts and charter schools from taking disciplinary action against employees, contractors, or students for the use of legal names, the use of student names as listed in school registration forms or records, or for the failure to use personal pronouns in official communications, and providing civil penalties.

IA HB3138

Schools; public schools; students; higher education; prohibiting certain name usage; pronouns; prohibiting adverse employment action; prohibiting student disciplinary action; private cause of action; legal remedies; limitations; effective date.

IA HB1361

Schools; definitions; prohibiting school personnel and students from requesting and using certain pronouns or alternate names in certain situations; effective date; emergency.

IA HB1361

Schools; definitions; prohibiting school personnel and students from requesting and using certain pronouns or alternate names in certain situations; effective date; emergency.

IA SB76

Requiring employees of school districts and postsecondary educational institutions to use the name and pronouns consistent with a student's biological sex and birth certificate and authorizing a cause of action for violations therefor.

IA SB163

Prohibiting school employment contracts from excluding documentation of disciplinary actions or behavioral corrective actions taken with regard to an employee.

IA SF113

A bill for an act relating to children and students, including by modifying provisions related to a parent's or guardian's rights to make decisions affecting the parent's or guardian's child, the educational program and human growth and development curriculum provided to students enrolled in school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools, student health screenings, school district library programs, special education, and other duties of school districts and the governing boards of charter schools and innovation zone schools.

IA HB246

Public schools, colleges, and universities; immunity provided to students and teachers who decline to use certain pronouns or names

IA SB2044

Relating to the regulation of certain political communications, a prohibition on electioneering by school district and open-enrollment charter school officials and employees, and the authorization of action by the commissioner of education against a school district that initiates certain actions or proceedings; authorizing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense.

Similar Bills

IA SF8

A bill for an act prohibiting school districts and charter schools from taking disciplinary action against employees, contractors, or students for the use of legal names, the use of student names as listed in school registration forms or records, or for the failure to use personal pronouns in official communications, and providing civil penalties.

IA HF80

A bill for an act prohibiting school districts and charter schools from taking disciplinary action against employees, contractors, or students for the use of legal names, the use of student names as listed in school registration forms or records, or for the failure to use personal pronouns in official communications, and providing civil penalties.

LA SB326

Provides relative to the State Licensing Board for Contractors. (8/1/26) (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

IA HF2420

A bill for an act relating to education, including by establishing the office of the inspector general for school safety and modifying the duties of school districts, and making appropriations and providing penalties.

IA SF335

A bill for an act relating to education, including by modifying provisions related to trainings and curricula provided by school districts and prohibited sexual orientation and gender identity instruction, and implementing prohibitions related to the diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts of institutions of higher learning governed by the state board of regents, community colleges, and public schools.

AZ HB2575

antisemitism; public schools; prohibition; penalties

AZ HB2867

Antisemitism; public schools; prohibition; penalties

TN HB1270

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 8; Title 9, Chapter 8; Title 29, Chapter 20 and Title 49, relative to freedom of speech.