Iowa Senate File 2094 proposes new requirements for computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI) education in high schools. The bill mandates one semester of CS and AI for students graduating in the 2030-2031 school year, or an equivalent [1]. It also establishes high-quality standards for CS and AI education, emphasizing fundamental concepts, societal impact, and ethical considerations [2]. The Department of Education would be required to publish approved course lists and a plan to expand teacher capacity by June 30, 2027 [4], [5].

Who does SF 2094 affect?

Educational institutions in Iowa, including public and accredited nonpublic elementary, middle, and high schools, are directly affected by these proposed changes. Organizations involved in educational technology, curriculum development, and teacher training programs may need to align offerings with the new standards and requirements. Higher education institutions that offer computer science teacher preparation pathways are also considered stakeholders in the plan to expand teacher capacity.

What is the current status of SF 2094?

As of the last published update, SF 2094 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced".

Where can I find the primary source for SF 2094?

The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1596404&q=artificial+intelligence. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill.

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SF 2094 — IA, US

SF 2094 is an AI governance legislation from IA, currently introduced. The bill introduces a new high school graduation requirement for computer science and artificial intelligence, effective for the 2030-2031 class [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-01-22.

Status & timeline

Regulatory stage: introduced
Bill status: introduced
Authority / governing body: Iowa Legislature
Chamber: senate
Document type: legislation

Next deadline: Effective for the 2030-2031 school year for graduation requirements; June 30, 2027, for department publication deadlines.

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Full obligation matrix

Actor	Obligation	Deadline	Source
Iowa State Board of Education	Adopt a core curriculum and rules establishing high school graduation requirements, including one semester of computer science and artificial intelligence.	—	—
Iowa State Board of Education	Establish high-quality standards for computer science and artificial intelligence education taught by elementary, middle, and high schools.	—	—
Iowa State Board of Education	Ensure high-quality standards for CS and AI education include instruction on fundamental concepts, how AI works, how to design AI, societal impact, and ethical considerations.	—	—
Iowa Department of Education	Develop and implement a statewide kindergarten through grade twelve computer science and artificial intelligence instruction plan.	2022-07-01	—
Iowa Department of Education	Publish on the department’s internet site a list of computer science and artificial intelligence courses that satisfy state board rules and can be used for the graduation requirement.	2027-06-30	—
Iowa Department of Education	Publish on the department’s internet site all information submitted by school districts regarding computer science and artificial intelligence courses.	—	—
Iowa Department of Education	Create and publish on the department’s internet site a plan to expand statewide computer science and artificial intelligence teacher capacity.	2027-06-30	—
Iowa Department of Education	Invite input from various stakeholders (schools, students, PD providers, industry, higher education) when creating the teacher capacity plan.	2027-06-30	—
School Districts & Accredited Nonpublic Schools	Offer computer science and artificial intelligence instruction incorporating established standards in at least one elementary grade level.	2023-07-01	—
School Districts & Accredited Nonpublic Schools	Offer computer science and artificial intelligence instruction incorporating established standards in at least one middle school grade level.	2023-07-01	—
School Districts & Accredited Nonpublic Schools	Ensure students in the 2030-2031 school year graduating class complete one semester of computer science and artificial intelligence for graduation.	2030-08-01	—

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Enforcement risk score

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Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

board_director Review and understand proposed graduation requirements and curriculum changes related to computer science and AI education.
compliance_officer Monitor the legislative progress of SF 2094 and analyze potential impacts on school district curriculum and graduation requirements.
hr_director Begin assessing current teacher capacity for computer science and AI instruction and identify needs for future professional development.

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class: medium
Procurement categories: other

Vendors providing curriculum, software, or professional development for K-12 education in Iowa will need to adapt their offerings to meet the new state standards for computer science and artificial intelligence education, particularly regarding ethical considerations and teacher capacity building.

Sample vendor questions

How does your computer science and AI curriculum align with the ethical considerations and fundamental concepts outlined in Iowa's proposed standards?
What professional development programs do you offer to support teachers in delivering high-quality AI instruction?
Can your curriculum be integrated into a one-semester course format suitable for high school graduation requirements?
How do your materials address the societal impact and design principles of artificial intelligence?
What resources do you provide for schools with limited technical infrastructure or smaller student enrollments?

Intelligence briefs (1)

legislation introduced 1/22/2026

Iowa Bill Proposes New High School AI & Computer Science Graduation Requirement

The bill introduces a new high school graduation requirement for computer science and artificial intelligence, effective for the 2030-2031 class [1].

This development signals a statewide commitment to AI literacy in foundational education, impacting curriculum development and teacher preparation programs.

Deadline: Effective for the 2030-2031 school year for graduation requirements; June 30, 2027, for department publication deadlines.

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Frequently asked questions

What is SF 2094?: Iowa Senate File 2094 proposes new requirements for computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI) education in high schools. The bill mandates one semester of CS and AI for students graduating in the 2030-2031 school year, or an equivalent [1]. It also establishes high-quality standards for CS and AI education, emphasizing fundamental concepts, societal impact, and ethical considerations [2]. The Department of Education would be required to publish approved course lists and a plan to expand teacher capacity by June 30, 2027 [4], [5]. Primary source →
Why does SF 2094 matter?: This development signals a statewide commitment to AI literacy in foundational education, impacting curriculum development and teacher preparation programs. Primary source →
Who does SF 2094 affect?: Educational institutions in Iowa, including public and accredited nonpublic elementary, middle, and high schools, are directly affected by these proposed changes. Organizations involved in educational technology, curriculum development, and teacher training programs may need to align offerings with the new standards and requirements. Higher education institutions that offer computer science teacher preparation pathways are also considered stakeholders in the plan to expand teacher capacity. Primary source →
What are the key dates for SF 2094?: Effective for the 2030-2031 school year for graduation requirements; June 30, 2027, for department publication deadlines. Primary source →
What is the current status of SF 2094?: As of the last published update, SF 2094 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for SF 2094?: The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.legis.iowa.gov/publications/search/document?fq=id:1596404&q=artificial+intelligence. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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Iowa Bill Proposes New High School AI & Computer Science Graduation Requirement

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