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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to instruction on reproductive health; amending s. 1003.42, F.S.; requiring that certain materials used to teach reproductive health be approved annually by a district school board in an open, noticed meeting, rather than the Department of Education; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida Statute 1003.42, which outlines required instruction in public schools, to change who approves materials used for teaching reproductive health and diseases like HIV/AIDS. Previously, the Department of Education was responsible for this approval, but under this bill, each district school board will be required to approve these materials annually in an open, noticed public meeting, meaning the decision-making process will be more localized and transparent to the public.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced (on 01/22/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1492 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1492/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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