Iowa · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Joint Resolution

SJR 2008: A joint resolution supporting devolution of power from the United States department of education to the states.

In committee Last action February 19, 2026: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SJR 2012.

Plain-language summary

SJR 2008 is a joint resolution introduced in the Iowa Senate on February 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A joint resolution supporting devolution of power from the United States department of education to the states. Primary sponsor: Kerry Gruenhagen (Republican), Lynn Evans (Republican), Jesse Green (Republican), Dennis Guth (Republican), Doug Campbell (Republican), Sandy Salmon (Republican), Mike Pike (Republican), Dave Sires (Republican), Mark Lofgren (Republican), Kevin Alons (Republican), Cherielynn Westrich (Republican), Dawn Driscoll (Republican), Kara Warme (Republican), Jason Schultz (Republican), SHIPLEY, Ken Rozenboom (Republican), Mark Costello (Republican), Amy Sinclair (Republican), Mike Bousselot (Republican), Jack Whitver (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SJR 2012.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Kerry Gruenhagen (Republican); Lynn Evans (Republican); Jesse Green (Republican); Dennis Guth (Republican); and 16 more.