A bill for an act establishing completion of a course on American history and civil government as a requirement for the completion of a baccalaureate degree program at a public institution of higher education.

HF 402 requires all students earning a bachelor's degree at Iowa's public colleges and universities to complete a three-credit survey course on American history and civil government beginning in the 2027 academic year. The course must cover U.S. founding documents (like the Constitution and Declaration of Independence), the historical development of American government, constitutional principles, and landmark Supreme Court cases. It must fulfill general education social science requirements and cannot be repeated if a student transfers between Iowa public institutions. The bill aims to ensure all graduates have foundational knowledge of U.S. governance and civic history.