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Iowa House Bill HF2032

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF2032

Introduced
1/11/24  
Introduced
1/11/24  

Caption

A bill for an act allowing school districts to use the district management levy for cybersecurity costs.

Impact

The impact of HF2032 is primarily focused on enhancing the cybersecurity posture of school districts. By allowing these districts to use the management levy funds for technology-related expenses, the bill aims to provide schools with the necessary tools and resources to defend against cyber threats. This funding flexibility is expected to empower educational institutions to invest in advanced cybersecurity measures, which is crucial as schools increasingly rely on technology for educational purposes and administrative functions.

Summary

House File 2032, introduced by Kurth, is legislation aimed at addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of school districts in Iowa. With the rise in digital threats and vulnerabilities, this bill enables school districts to allocate funds from their district management levy specifically for cybersecurity functions and equipment. This amendment marks a significant shift in how educational institutions can utilize their financial resources to enhance their security infrastructure and protect sensitive information.

Contention

While the bill generally aims to streamline funding for cybersecurity, there may be concerns regarding its oversight and effective allocation of funds. Critics could argue that without strict guidelines, districts might prioritize cybersecurity spending unevenly, leading to disparities in the implementation of necessary protective measures across different school systems. Additionally, there may be debates on whether the management levy should encompass such expenditures or if separate funding sources would be more appropriate to ensure adequate support for cybersecurity initiatives.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA SF206

A bill for an act authorizing school districts to use revenues from the district management levy for teacher recruitment and retention incentives.(Formerly SSB 1027.)

IA SSB1027

A bill for an act authorizing school districts to use revenues from the district management levy for teacher recruitment and retention incentives.(See SF 206.)

IA HF97

A bill for an act relating to school district compensation of student teachers and modifying provisions related to the district management levy.

IA HF447

A bill for an act authorizing the use of revenues from the district management levy to pay costs related to school safety and security and including applicability provisions.

IA HF1009

A bill for an act authorizing the use of revenues from the district management levy to pay costs related to school safety and security and including applicability provisions.(Formerly HSB 311.)

IA HSB311

A bill for an act authorizing the use of revenues from the district management levy to pay costs related to school safety and security and including applicability provisions.(See HF 1009.)

IA HF553

A bill for an act authorizing the use of revenues from the district management levy for the employment or retention of school security personnel and including applicability provisions.

IA SF392

A bill for an act relating to education, including eligibility for grants under the teach Iowa scholar program, licenses issued by the board of educational examiners, and the use of revenues from the district management levy, and including applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1049.)

IA HSB728

A bill for an act relating to school districts, including by modifying provisions related to the district management levy, waiving certain specified duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the school year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2653.)

IA SSB1049

A bill for an act relating to education, including eligibility for grants under the teach Iowa scholar program, licenses issued by the board of educational examiners, and the use of revenues from the district management levy, and including applicability provisions.(See SF 392.)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.