A bill for an act requiring boards of directors of school districts, governing boards of charter schools, and authorities in charge of accredited nonpublic schools to adopt policies related to excusing student absences for 4-H club or FFA activities.

This bill requires all Iowa public school districts, charter schools, and accredited nonpublic schools to adopt policies that automatically excuse student absences for participation in 4-H club or FFA activities. Schools must grant excused absences when students miss class for these programs and allow them to make up any missed work. The policy applies to all students involved in 4-H or FFA-sponsored activities or projects, ensuring consistent support for agricultural education participation. It directly affects school boards and administrators responsible for attendance policies. The law mandates these specific requirements without adding new exceptions or altering existing attendance rules.