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Introduced
12/11/2017
12/11/2017
In Committee
01/11/2018
01/11/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2018
03/10/2018
Introduced Session
2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Citing this act as the "Campus Free Expression Act"; authorizing a public institution of higher education to create and enforce certain restrictions relating to expressive activities on campus; providing for a cause of action against a public institution of higher education for violations of the act; requiring student government associations to provide specified information to recognized student organizations that request funding, etc.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Campus Free Expression Act," authorizes public institutions of higher education in Florida to create and enforce reasonable, content-neutral restrictions on the time, place, and manner of expressive activities in outdoor campus areas. It prohibits the designation of "free speech zones" and requires institutions to maintain open outdoor areas for free expression. The bill also provides a cause of action for individuals whose expressive rights are violated, with potential damages and attorney's fees. Additionally, it requires student government associations to provide written explanations for funding decisions and maintain public records of such decisions.
Committee Categories
Education, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (1)
Education (S)
Last Action
Died in Judiciary (on 03/10/2018)
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