Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB206

Introduced
2/24/23  
Introduced
2/24/23  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to education, including authorizing the ombudsman to investigate complaints received by individuals who hold a license, certificate, authorization, or statement of recognition issued by the board of educational examiners, modifying the responsibilities of school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools, and authorizing teachers employed by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, or charter schools to remove disruptive students from the classroom.(See HF 604.)

Impact

The bill modifies the responsibilities of school districts, nonpublic schools, and charter schools by establishing clear guidelines for teacher actions when dealing with disruptive students. Through HSB206, it grants teachers authority to remove disruptive students from classrooms, while mandating counseling for those students and outlining a structured disciplinary process. These changes may lead to a more disciplined learning environment, fostering better student behavior and reducing disruptions that can hinder educational delivery.

Summary

House Study Bill 206 (HSB206) aims to enhance the educational environment by authorizing the state ombudsman to investigate complaints related to incidents occurring in educational settings. This includes handling violence in classrooms and other violations of state law by individuals holding licenses or certificates from the board of educational examiners. The bill seeks to create a mechanism through which complaints can be addressed confidentially, thereby potentially improving accountability within schools and the responsibilities of licensed educators.

Contention

Despite its intent to improve educational settings, HSB206 could face contention regarding its disciplinary measures. Critics may argue that the punitive removal of students could disproportionately affect certain demographics and may overlook potential underlying issues contributing to disruptive behaviors. The introduction of this bill raises concerns about the balance between maintaining classroom order and ensuring equitable treatment of all students, which may lead to discussions on restorative practices versus punitive measures in school discipline.

Companion Bills

IA HF604

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to education, including authorizing the ombudsman to investigate complaints received by individuals who hold a license, certificate, authorization, or statement of recognition issued by the board of educational examiners, and modifying the responsibilities of the department of education, school districts, and charter schools. (Formerly HSB 206.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

Previously Filed As

IA SSB3015

A bill for an act relating to the verification of the identity and employment eligibility of individuals by the board of educational examiners, school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools, and including applicability provisions.(See SF 2218.)

IA HSB33

A bill for an act relating to the administration of the statewide summative assessment of student progress to students of online schools by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools.(See HF 190.)

IA HF2454

A bill for an act relating to the employment of temporary licensed mental health counselors by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools.

IA HB2299

Senate Substitute for Substitute for HB2299 by Committee on Education - Providing that certain statutory references to accredited nonpublic schools mean nonpublic schools accredited by the state board of education, requiring that schools accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency shall have the same rights as schools accredited by the state board, requiring school districts and accredited nonpublic schools to prohibit the use of personal electronic communication devices during the school day and prohibiting employees of a school district from using social media to communicate with students for official school purposes.

IA SSB1025

A bill for an act relating to the administration of the statewide summative assessment of student progress to students of online schools by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools.(See SF 211.)

IA HF149

A bill for an act modifying provisions related to the harassment or bullying of students enrolled in school districts or accredited nonpublic schools.(See HF 865.)

IA HSB276

A bill for an act modifying provisions related to the minimum amount of instruction provided to students enrolled in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools.

IA SF100

A bill for an act relating to mental health resources for students enrolled in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools.

IA SF211

A bill for an act relating to the administration of the statewide summative assessment of student progress to students of online schools by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools.(Formerly SSB 1025.)

IA HF120

A bill for an act authorizing school districts and accredited nonpublic schools to apply to the department of education for authorization to maintain a year-round school calendar at an attendance center or school for students enrolled in grades nine through twelve.(See HF 392.)

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