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Introduced
09/16/2025
09/16/2025
In Committee
10/01/2025
10/01/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to educator certifications and training; amending s. 1004.04, F.S.; revising the core curricula for certain teacher preparation programs to include training relating to mass casualty incidents; amending s. 1004.85, F.S.; requiring certain postsecondary educator preparation institution programs to include training relating to mass casualty incidents; amending s. 1012.55, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 1012.56, F.S.; revising the certified educator eligibility criteria to require such persons to receive training in mass casualty incidents; amending s. 1012.57, F.S.; requiring persons who hold adjunct teaching certificates to receive training in mass casualty incidents; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill requires educators in Florida to receive training on mass casualty incidents as part of their certification and preparation programs. Specifically, the bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes to mandate that teacher preparation programs, postsecondary educator preparation institutes, and certification processes include strategies and practices for identifying, preventing, preparing, addressing, and responding to mass casualty incidents. These requirements will apply to various types of educator certifications, including professional certificates, temporary certificates, and adjunct teaching certificates. The training is designed to enhance educators' ability to handle potential emergency situations and improve school safety. The changes will be implemented gradually, with the bill taking effect on July 1, 2026, giving educational institutions and certification programs time to develop and integrate the new mass casualty incident training into their curricula. By adding this requirement, the legislation aims to better equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively to potential crisis situations in educational settings.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Now in Education Administration Subcommittee (on 10/01/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/23 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/23/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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