Bill > H0111

This bill creates the Antisemitism Task Force within the Florida Department of Legal Affairs' Office of Civil Rights, establishing a comprehensive multi-stakeholder group designed to address and combat antisemitism in the state. The task force will consist of 13 members appointed by various state leaders, including representatives from the Senate, House of Representatives, Governor's office, educational institutions, law enforcement, and local government organizations. The task force's primary responsibilities include identifying the prevalence of antisemitism in Florida, strengthening community relations, providing recommendations for combating antisemitism, advising on hate crime training for law enforcement, assessing digital media literacy education, studying antisemitism prevention strategies from other jurisdictions, evaluating hate crime statutes, and recommending strategies and legislation to address antisemitism. Members will serve two-year terms without compensation but will receive reimbursement for travel expenses, and they are required to meet at least quarterly, with their first meeting scheduled by August 1, 2026. The task force must submit an annual report to state leadership before January 31 each year, with the initial report focusing on antisemitism in schools and universities. The task force is set to be automatically repealed on October 2, 2029, unless the Legislature votes to continue it.

Government Affairs

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/111