A bill for an act requiring the legislative council to enter into an agreement with a qualified person to conduct a review of Iowa’s public education system, and including effective date provisions.

HF 535 requires Iowa's legislative council to hire an independent, nonpartisan reviewer (not tied to political parties or school districts) to conduct a comprehensive review of the state's K-12 public education system. The review must examine 30 years of trends, funding sources, rural/urban school challenges, international education models, and innovative approaches like technology use and alternative teaching models. The reviewer must provide updates to lawmakers, submit a final report with actionable recommendations by January 1, 2026, and present findings in a joint legislative session. This process directly affects Iowa's public education system, including students, schools, and educators, by establishing a structured framework for evaluating and potentially improving education policies and funding.