Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF100

Introduced
1/22/25  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to mental health resources for students enrolled in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools.

Impact

The legislation directly impacts state education laws by introducing comprehensive requirements for mental health resource dissemination across various educational settings. By establishing a clear expectation for schools to provide accessible mental health information, SF100 is poised to facilitate better communication and engagement between schools and students regarding mental health. The potential increase in awareness could lead to improved mental health outcomes among students, which is increasingly recognized as vital for academic and personal success.

Summary

Senate File 100 aims to enhance mental health resources for students in Iowa by setting specific requirements for school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools. The bill mandates that these educational institutions publish mental health resources provided by 'Your Life Iowa' on their websites. Furthermore, it encourages schools to collaborate with students to identify additional methods to raise awareness about available mental health resources and relevant information concerning mental health issues. This initiative is intended to address the growing concerns about students' mental health and promote a supportive educational environment.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SF100 may include concerns about the adequacy of funding and resources necessary for schools to effectively implement the provisions of the bill. Critics may argue that while the intent of increasing mental health awareness is commendable, the lack of sufficient support could hinder successful implementation. Furthermore, there could be discussions about the appropriateness of mandated school involvement in mental health, with differing opinions on whether this responsibility should rest with educational institutions or health service providers.

Additional_notes

Ultimately, SF100 reflects a growing acknowledgment of the need for enhanced attention to mental health within educational frameworks, addressing this critical aspect of student welfare. As the bill progresses, monitoring its execution and the responses from schools and communities will be essential in evaluating its effectiveness and areas for improvement.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2107

A bill for an act requiring public and accredited nonpublic schools to post information on mental health resources online.

IA SF2150

A bill for an act incorporating provisions related to pregnancy and fetal development into the human growth and development and health curriculum provided by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools to students enrolled in grades one through twelve.

IA SF2060

A bill for an act relating to school lunch and breakfast programs provided by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.

IA SF161

A bill for an act relating to the physical education and physical activities requirements that apply to students enrolled in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools.

IA HF453

A bill for an act relating to the instruction provided in the kindergarten program to students enrolled in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools.

IA HF372

A bill for an act relating to the physical education and physical activities requirements that apply to students enrolled in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools.

IA SF496

A bill for an act relating to children and students, including establishing a parent's or guardian's right to make decisions affecting the parent's or guardian's child, authorizing the parent or guardian of a student enrolled in a school district to enroll the student in another attendance center within the same school district in certain specified circumstances, prohibiting instruction related to gender identity and sexual orientation in school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools in kindergarten through grade six, and modifying provisions related to student health screenings, school district library programs, the educational program provided to students enrolled in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools, other duties of school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, the department of education, the board of educational examiners, and the governing boards of charter schools and innovation zone schools, competent private instruction, and special education, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 1145.) Effective date: 05/26/2023, 07/01/2023.

IA HF2031

A bill for an act incorporating provisions related to pregnancy and fetal development into the human growth and development and health curriculum provided by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools to students enrolled in grades one through twelve.(See HF 2617.)

IA HF2617

A bill for an act incorporating provisions related to pregnancy and fetal development into the human growth and development and health curriculum provided by school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, charter schools, and innovation zone schools to students enrolled in grades seven through twelve.(Formerly HF 2031.)

IA HF480

A bill for an act relating to the human growth and development instruction provided to students enrolled in grades nine through twelve in school districts, accredited nonpublic schools, and charter schools.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.