Bill > H1119

This bill amends Florida law to define "harmful to minors" as material that predominantly appeals to a prurient interest and is patently offensive to prevailing adult community standards regarding suitability for minors, and revises the process for parents or residents to object to instructional materials in classrooms or school libraries. Specifically, it adds "harmful to minors" as a basis for objection, alongside existing criteria like pornography or material unsuitable for students' age and ability, and clarifies that materials deemed harmful to minors cannot be retained based on literary, artistic, political, or scientific value. The bill also mandates that materials found to be pornographic or harmful to minors must be removed within five school days pending resolution of the objection, and requires the State Board of Education to monitor district compliance with these provisions, with potential consequences for non-compliance including withholding state funds. Additionally, it reenacts a section of law concerning school district notifications on parental rights to incorporate these changes regarding objections to instructional materials.

Education

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1119