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This bill requires district school boards and Florida College System institutions and state universities to designate a Title VI coordinator, who will be responsible for overseeing compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. The Title VI coordinator's duties include promoting equal access, providing training and educational resources about Title VI laws, maintaining compliance records, offering advice on corrective measures, and performing other relevant duties. The bill allows individuals who believe they have experienced discrimination to file a complaint with the district school superintendent, dean of students, or Title VI coordinator, and permits parents or guardians to file complaints on behalf of minor children. Both the State Board of Education and the Board of Governors are required to adopt rules and regulations to implement these provisions, which will take effect on July 1, 2026. The goal of this legislation is to ensure systematic oversight and response to potential discrimination in educational settings across Florida's school districts and higher education institutions.

Education

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/415