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Iowa House Bill HF2342

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF2342

Introduced
2/6/24  
Introduced
2/6/24  

Caption

A bill for an act providing for rehabilitation services for public school students relating to use of tobacco, alcohol, and controlled substances.

Impact

The bill signifies a potential shift in how schools handle violations related to substance use. By expanding the options available to school boards, HF2342 encourages a more supportive educational environment that acknowledges the challenges of substance use among students. It mandates the Department of Health and Human Services to create and maintain a list of rehabilitation organizations that can provide suitable programs for students, promoting a structured approach to rehabilitation within the educational system.

Summary

House File 2342 aims to enhance public school policies regarding the management of student substance use, specifically concerning tobacco, alcohol, and controlled substances. The bill provides school boards with an additional option to address violations by enabling them to require students to participate in rehabilitation programs rather than resorting exclusively to suspension or expulsion. This approach not only aims for disciplinary actions but also emphasizes rehabilitation as a method for helping students overcome substance-related issues.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on rehabilitation, there are discussions regarding its implementation. Some may argue about the adequacy of available rehabilitation services and whether they will be sufficiently accessible and tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. Moreover, concerns could arise about how this shift in policy might affect decisions regarding disciplinary actions and whether it will uphold the safety and integrity of the school environment while addressing the needs of students struggling with substance use.

Latest IA HF2342 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

IA HF2710

A bill for an act relating to the duties and responsibilities of the department of revenue including sports wagering, the lottery, cigarette and tobacco taxes, alcoholic beverages, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 723.)

IA HF2496

A bill for an act modifying provisions related to the responsibilities of nonpublic schools.

IA HF993

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor, providing fees, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 761, HF 140.)

IA HF2670

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 2629, HF 83.)

IA HF761

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor, providing fees, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 140; See HF 993.)

IA SF2427

A bill for an act relating to the duties and responsibilities of the department of revenue including sports wagering, the lottery, cigarette and tobacco taxes, alcoholic beverages, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 3179.)

IA HF140

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor, providing fees, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 761, HF 993.)

IA HF2629

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 83; See HF 2670.)

IA SSB3179

A bill for an act relating to the duties and responsibilities of the department of revenue including confidentiality of records, sports wagering, the lottery, cigarette and tobacco taxes, alcoholic beverages, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 2427.)

IA HSB723

A bill for an act relating to the duties and responsibilities of the department of revenue including confidentiality of records, sports wagering, the lottery, cigarette and tobacco taxes, alcoholic beverages, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2710.)

Similar Bills

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