This bill establishes the Council on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys within Florida Memorial University, transferring it from the Department of Legal Affairs. It mandates that Florida Memorial University provide staff and administrative support to the council, and that the president of the university approve the council's meeting times, replacing the previous requirement for approval from the Attorney General. The bill also revises quorum requirements, reducing the number of members needed for a quorum from eleven to nine, and allows members to participate via communications media technology, which will count towards the quorum. Additionally, it specifies that members may be reimbursed for expenses by Florida Memorial University instead of the Department of Legal Affairs.
The council is tasked with studying the conditions affecting black men and boys, proposing measures to address these issues, and developing a strategic program to establish local councils. It will meet quarterly and issue an annual report detailing its findings and recommendations. The bill also includes provisions for public meeting notices and ensures that the council operates under public records and meeting laws. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.