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flag Iowa lawmakers advance a bill to reserve 80% of vet school spots for in-state students, prioritizing rural, mixed-animal veterinarians.

flag An Iowa House subcommittee approved a bill requiring 80% of Iowa State University’s veterinary medicine program admissions to be Iowa residents, with preference for those planning to work in rural areas and specialize in mixed animal care. flag The legislation bans use of noncognitive tests like CASPer and aims to address rural veterinarian shortages. flag While the bill could raise in-state admissions to over 57%, state officials note ISU currently admits out-of-state students who are more qualified. flag The Iowa Board of Regents supports the goal and backs loan forgiveness and early acceptance programs as alternatives. flag Lawmakers are divided, with some favoring loan forgiveness as a quicker fix. flag The bill, if passed, would take effect in five to ten years.

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