Directing regents institutions to sign the federal Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education and including effective date provisions

Progress

1. Introduced
   January 13, 2026
2. Subcommittee
   February 4, 2026
3. Committee
   February 11, 2026
4. Passed House
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5. Passed Senate
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6. Signed
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Became HF 2489 → Its progress continues under the new number. Go to HF 2489 What’s a funnel?

What’s in it

This bill directs the university of Iowa, Iowa state university, and the university of northern Iowa to each sign the federal Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education no later than December 31, 2026. Each institution and the board of regents shall take all necessary steps to facilitate such signature by that date. The bill takes effect upon enactment.

From the explanation printed with the bill as introduced, written by the Legislative Services Agency. Amendments adopted later aren’t reflected. Full bill text