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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
03/05/2025
03/05/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to the Florida Museum of History at the Town of Eatonville; authorizing specified entities to enter into a partnership to design, construct, and operate and manage the Florida Museum of History at the Town of Eatonville; specifying museum requirements; specifying duties of an advisory board; specifying membership of the advisory board; specifying the duties of the partnership and the governing board of the Florida Museum of History at the Town of Eatonville related to the museum; requiring the governing board to make certain recommendations regarding educational materials for the museum; specifying duties of an operating board of directors; requiring the governing board, in conjunction with the Florida Tourism Marketing Corporation and others, to develop and execute a marketing plan to promote the museum; specifying funding for construction operations of the museum; providing legislative appropriations; requiring the creation of an endowment; requiring the museum to receive program support from an operating board of directors appointed by the governing board; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Florida Museum of History at the Town of Eatonville, situated in Orange County, which is recognized as the oldest Black incorporated municipality in the United States. The proposed museum aims to highlight the historical significance of Eatonville, leveraging its proximity to Orlando, the top tourist destination in the United States that attracts over 70 million visitors annually. The bill authorizes the creation of a partnership to design, construct, operate, and manage the museum, with specific provisions for an advisory board and a governing board. The legislation requires the development of a comprehensive marketing plan in collaboration with the Florida Tourism Marketing Corporation, the establishment of an endowment, and program support from an operating board of directors. The museum will be overseen by a governing board responsible for creating educational materials and ensuring the museum's successful implementation. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for the museum's development and launch. By focusing on Eatonville's unique historical context, the museum aims to preserve and celebrate the town's significant cultural heritage.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Bruce Antone (D)*,
Leonard Spencer (D)*,
LaVon Bracy Davis (D),
Fentrice Driskell (D),
Dotie Joseph (D),
Last Action
Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration (on 05/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1413 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1413/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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