Bill > H0909

This bill proposes several revisions and provisions related to higher education in Florida: It requires the Board of Governors to report annually on intellectual freedom and viewpoint diversity at each state university based on surveys of students, faculty, and administrators. The bill also creates the "Campus Free Expression Act" to protect expressive activities in the outdoor areas of public university campuses, prohibit the designation of "free speech zones," and allow legal action against the university for violations. The bill establishes the "RISE to 55 Initiative" to increase postsecondary attainment to 55% by 2025, including promoting student advising, degree completion programs, and partnerships to increase college application and financial aid submissions. It also expands Bright Futures scholarship eligibility for the spring and summer terms. Additionally, the bill requires transparency in the allocation of student activity and service fees by student government associations and provides public colleges and universities access to the state's public broadcasting program system.

Education, Justice

Civil Justice and Claims Subcommittee (H), Education Committee (H)

http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/909