Adding to a barrage of proposals introduced aimed at reshaping higher education, the Iowa House has passed several measures to give lawmakers more power over the state’s three public campuses — all with companion bills in the Senate — including one creating an opt-in, tuition-guarantee plan allowing resident undergrads to lock in tuition rates for up to four consecutive years by paying an up-front fee.
Rep. Dave Jacoby, D-Coralville, speaks with reporters March 27, 2025, at the Iowa Capitol about House Democrats' proposal to lower property taxes for Iowa homeowners, seniors and renters.
State Rep. Taylor Collins, R-Mediapolis, delivers a statement Dec. 6, 2025. during the Center for Intellectual Freedom’s inaugural event at the University of Iowa.
House Minority Leader Jennifer Konfrst, D-Windsor Heights, speaks Jan. 13, 2025, during the first day of the legislative session at the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines.
State Rep. Taylor Collins, R-Mediapolis, delivers a statement Dec. 6, 2025. during the Center for Intellectual Freedom’s inaugural event at the University of Iowa.
Rep. Dave Jacoby, D-Coralville, speaks with reporters March 27, 2025, at the Iowa Capitol about House Democrats' proposal to lower property taxes for Iowa homeowners, seniors and renters.
House Minority Leader Jennifer Konfrst, D-Windsor Heights, speaks Jan. 13, 2025, during the first day of the legislative session at the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines.
