Bill > H0525

This bill establishes the Florida Museum of Black History Board of Directors, a new governing body tasked with overseeing the creation, operation of museum dedicated to Black history in Florida. The board will consist of 11 members: three individuals appointed by the Governor (with one being one serving as chair), three individuals appointed by the President of the Senate, two senators serving ex officio, three individuals appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and two representatives serving ex officio. All be be July 31, 2026, and by the, Senate, simultaneously hold any state or local eleloffice. on The required with the Foundation for the Museum Museum of of Black History,, a nonprofit supporting the museum's, development. The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners will provide administrative support and staffing until the project's planning, design, engineering phases are completed. The legislation reflects the Legislature's recognition of the history Florida Museum of Black History Task Force Force's work in selecting selecting Johns County site host the's location and establishes a governance structure to guide its creation. operation The take July 026, 1, 2026.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/525