Iowa Senate advances citizenship test graduation bill
The Iowa Senate moved a package requiring high school students to pass the USCIS civics test to graduate, with a 60 percent threshold and unlimited retakes. The measure, supported by Gov. Reynolds, faces House action amid debate over test efficacy and civics education.
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Linn-Mar policy clash over gender identity and protections
Linn-Mar Community School District maintains its anti bullying policy protects all students under federal and state law. The board faced public comment on rescinding policy 503.13 R adopted in 2022 and later rescinded in 2023 amid a related settlement with Parents Defending Education that paid 20000 from the district’s insurer.
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Grassley says Trump to cut tariffs to aid farmers
U S Senator Chuck Grassley told Cedar Rapids students that President Trump is working to lower tariffs to help farmers as China increases soybean purchases from Brazil. He cited potential boosts from biodiesel demand and noted bipartisan moves to restore Congress oversight on trade while keeping a wary eye on possible economic impacts.
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