State: The Second Funnel Deadline With the second funnel deadline tomorrow, March 20, the legislature worked furiously to get policy bills passed out of committee in the opposite chamber. This meant a resurgence of subcommittee and committee action in both chambers. While the funnel deadline does not apply to bills...
We celebrated 60 Years of Impact with today’s students, faculty, trustees, businesses, and all who are a part of our state’s community colleges. From trivia and awards in the heart of Des Moines to subcommittee meetings and booths at the Iowa Capitol Building, our 2026 Leadership In Action Week showcased...
Iowa Capital Dispatch: Iowa Senate bill to expand concurrent enrollment holds for expected changes Potential legislation to expand career and technical education has been tabled in the Iowa Senate Education Committee, after initial approval in subcommittee earlier that day. The bill would allow for more credits to be transferred from...
Trustee Tip: From Policy to Funding With the second funnel this week, legislative focus begins shifting from policy to funding—making this a critical time for trustee advocacy. Conversations now center on investments that support community college priorities, including operations, workforce training, and financial aid. The Trustee Handbook reinforces that securing...