Bill > S1072

This bill establishes an Antisemitism Task Force within the Department of Legal Affairs' Office of Civil Rights, tasked with combating antisemitism in Florida. The task force will consist of members appointed by various state officials and organizations, serving two-year terms, and will be supported by departmental staff. It is required to meet at least quarterly, with co-chairs authorized to call more frequent meetings. The task force's duties include identifying the prevalence of antisemitism, strengthening community relations, advising on law enforcement training for hate crimes, assessing digital media literacy education, evaluating hate crime statutes, and recommending strategies and legislation to combat antisemitism, with an initial focus on antisemitism in schools and universities. The bill specifies that criticism of Israel similar to criticism of any other country will not be considered antisemitism, and clarifies that the task force's actions will not infringe upon First Amendment rights or conflict with existing anti-discrimination laws. The task force is scheduled to be repealed on October 2, 2029, unless extended by the Legislature, and the bill will take effect on July 1, 2026.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1072