Bill > S0892

This bill creates the Election Law Center at Florida State University's College of Law, establishing a comprehensive research and educational institution focused on election-related issues. The center is broadly defined to study election law, which includes voting rights, election administration, election integrity, voter registration, cyber issues, federal and state electoral processes, campaign finance, election audits, redistricting, and related legal doctrines. Its goals include conducting nonpartisan, evidence-based research, hosting educational events, developing public resources, supporting student learning, enhancing the law school's reputation, and serving as an objective resource for election officials and legislators. The center can hire staff, develop courses, conduct research, provide training and continuing education, offer scholarships, and partner with other organizations. The center will be funded through state appropriations, charitable donations, and university funds, with a faculty director appointed by the law school dean to oversee its operations. Importantly, the bill emphasizes the center's commitment to academic freedom, ensuring that its research and activities cannot be compelled by external entities and promoting intellectual diversity. The center aims to improve electoral systems, bolster public confidence in elections, and ensure citizens have reasonable opportunities to vote while minimizing potential electoral irregularities.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/892