Iowa Code requires public schools to employ a licensed school nurse, but some rural districts are struggling to fill those positions.

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3 days ago · WeAreIowa+ features the latest breaking news and weather, plus daily talk shows, coverage of your favorite sports teams from Locked On, fact-checking from VERIFY and the …

Jan 13, 2025 · DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa lawmakers gaveled in Monday morning for the start of a new legislative session. Over the next several months, legislators on both sides of the aisle …

3 days ago · In a change to current homeschooling rules, House File 88 would allow people the right to educate others who aren't related to them.

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Jan 13, 2025 · DES MOINES, Iowa — The 91st General Assembly will convene on Monday, ready to propose new laws in many different areas including schools, elections and court …

Dec 25, 2024 · Most of the bills Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law this year took effect on July 1. Here's a look at some that take effect at the start of the new year.