Iowa is tightening undergraduate graduation requirements tied to American history and American government courses, with fulfillment options controlled by civics centers. A new law signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds requires incoming students at the state’s three public universities to complete a comprehensive survey of American history and a second government course. The policy is notable for its governance structure: at the University of Iowa, the Center for Intellectual Freedom is the only academic unit authorized to offer the required courses, aligning course approval with a politically established civics entity. The law also specifies how existing coursework may satisfy the requirements and includes carveouts for some degree types. The shift raises stakes for faculty curriculum autonomy and students’ academic planning in fall 2028 and beyond.