HF2488Introduced in the House
A bill for an act prohibiting private institutions of higher education that participate in the Iowa tuition grant program from establishing diversity, equity, and inclusion offices. (Formerly HSB 537.) Effective date: 07/01/2026.
Introduced by Higher Education
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Official description
A bill for an act prohibiting private institutions of higher education that participate in the Iowa tuition grant program from establishing diversity, equity, and inclusion offices. (Formerly HSB 537.) Effective date: 07/01/2026.
Where it stands
Subcommittee recommends indefinite postponement. [].
March 16, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Shall the bill pass? · February 24, 2026
57
Yes
34
No
9
Absent or Not Voting
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| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| J.D. Scholten | 1 | No |
| Robert Henderson | 2 | Yes |
| Thomas Jeneary | 3 | Yes |
| Skyler Wheeler | 4 | Yes |
| Zachary Dieken | 5 | Yes |
| Megan Hess Jones | 6 | Yes |
| Wendy Larson | 7 | Yes |
| Ann Meyer | 8 | Yes |
| Henry Stone | 9 | Yes |
| John Wills | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, placed on calendar. H.J. 297.
Passed House, yeas 57, nays 34. H.J. 409.
Immediate message. H.J. 412.
Message from House. S.J. 396.
Read first time, referred to Education. S.J. 396.
Subcommittee: Pike, Quirmbach, and Taylor. S.J. 477.
Subcommittee Meeting: 03/16/2026 12:30PM Senate Lounge.
Subcommittee recommends indefinite postponement. [].
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