Iowa HF520 mandates increased social studies instruction in U.S. government for high school students.

Iowa HF520 revises social studies requirements for students in grades 9 through 12. It mandates that students complete a minimum of one-half unit of U.S. government instruction, including civics, and one unit of U.S. history. This bill applies to school years starting on or after July 1, 2026.

Iowa HF520 mandates increased social studies instruction in U.S. government for high school students.

Iowa HF520 revises social studies requirements for students in grades 9 through 12. It mandates that students complete a minimum of one-half unit of U.S. government instruction, including civics, and one unit of U.S. history. This bill applies to school years starting on or after July 1, 2026.