A bill for an act relating to students who are pregnant or who recently gave birth who attend state institutions of higher education governed by the board of regents and community colleges.

This bill requires Iowa's public colleges and universities to provide reasonable accommodations for students who are pregnant or have recently given birth, such as rescheduling assignments, extending exam and degree deadlines by up to 12 months, and allowing leave of absence without academic penalty. It prohibits institutions from forcing students to withdraw or restricting their participation in classes solely due to pregnancy. Schools must create written policies on pregnancy accommodations, post these protections online, and assign a staff member to support affected students. The state Attorney General will handle complaints and forward verified cases to the federal Office for Civil Rights for review.