Iowa finalizes rules banning explicit content and limiting LGBTQ discussion in schools, set for public hearing.

The Iowa Board of Education is finalizing rules to implement a new law that bans sexually explicit content in K-12 school books and forbids discussing gender identity and sexual orientation up to sixth grade. Rules permit neutral mentions of LGBTQ characters without promotion. First offenses will receive written warnings, with potential disciplinary action for repeats. A public hearing on these rules is scheduled for December 11th.

November 14, 2024
17 Articles