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Iowa Mandates Civics Test for High School Graduation

4/18/2025

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Iowa's Senate has approved a groundbreaking bill mandating high school students to pass a civics test, mirroring the U.S. citizenship exam, to earn their diplomas. With a minimum score of 60% and the option to retake the test, this initiative, championed by Governor Kim Reynolds, seeks to enhance civic understanding among future graduates beginning in the 2026-27 school year.

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Story summary

Iowa's Senate has approved a groundbreaking bill mandating high school students to pass a civics test, mirroring the U.S. citizenship exam, to earn their diplomas. With a minimum score of 60% and the option to retake the test, this initiative, championed by Governor Kim Reynolds, seeks to enhance civic understanding among future graduates beginning in the 2026-27 school year.