Iowa Lawmakers Crack Down on Fake Degrees
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Iowa Lawmakers Propose Bill to Penalize Fake Academic Credentials: A new bill, House File twenty-three thirty-seven, has been introduced in Iowa, making it a misdemeanor to falsify academic degrees or credentials for employment. The bill, which passed the House with an overwhelming majority, aims to prevent individuals from using fake credentials to secure jobs in the state. The bill also includes provisions for verifying the legitimacy of certifications, licenses, and schooling for those coming to Iowa. The proposal comes in the wake of a high-profile case involving a former Des Moines schools superintendent who was arrested for overstaying his visa. Another bill, House File twenty-six oh eight, is also under consideration to require state agencies to run E-Verify and SAVE for work eligibility and immigration status before hiring or issuing licenses. The bills have sparked debate over potential infringements on rights and concerns about job qualifications.
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