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Introduced
03/06/2017
03/06/2017
In Committee
03/10/2017
03/10/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2017
05/05/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Creates Early Childhood Music Education Incentive Pilot Program within DOE; provides program eligibility, school & program requirements, funding & payments, & return of certain funds; provides for program evaluation, rulemaking, & expiration of program.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Early Childhood Music Education Incentive Pilot Program within the Florida Department of Education for a 3-year period starting in the 2017-2018 school year. The program provides funding to eligible school districts that establish comprehensive music education programs for students in kindergarten through 2nd grade, with certain requirements such as having certified music educators, providing instruction for at least 60 minutes per week, and complying with class size and curriculum standards. The Commissioner of Education will select participating school districts based on proximity to the University of Florida and needs-based criteria, and the University of Florida will evaluate the program's effectiveness in improving student academic performance and the success of the music education programs.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died in PreK-12 Appropriations Subcommittee, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 7069 (Ch. 2017-116) (on 05/05/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/1365 |
| Bill | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/1365/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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