A bill for an act requiring Iowa state university and the university of northern Iowa to reestablish men’s baseball teams that qualify for participation in the national collegiate athletic association.

HF 153 requires Iowa State University and the University of Northern Iowa to restart men’s baseball teams that meet NCAA eligibility standards. The bill directs the state board of regents to take all necessary steps to establish these teams and pursue NCAA participation. This policy change directly affects the athletic programs at these two public universities, mandating the reestablishment of a specific sport that was previously discontinued.