A bill for an act requiring school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools to adopt policies related to carrying out a reduction in force.

This bill requires Iowa school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools to adopt and publish written policies for handling staff reductions due to budget cuts or enrollment changes. The policies must prioritize licensed educators' performance - measured by student outcomes, growth, and evaluations - over seniority or tenure when deciding layoffs. Schools must also outline notification timelines, grievance procedures, and specify how performance factors are weighted. These policies must be posted online within 10 days of adoption. The bill directly affects school staff, particularly licensed teachers and administrators, during economic-driven terminations.