The bill, titled the Evin B. Hartsell Act, aims to enhance disability history and awareness instruction in Florida's education system. It amends section 1003.4205 of the Florida Statutes to require the Department of Education to develop specific curricula focused on disability awareness for various grade levels. The curricula will cover topics such as physical disabilities and bullying for kindergarten through grade 3, autism spectrum disorder for grades 4 through 6, hearing impairments for grades 7 through 9, and learning styles and intellectual disabilities for grades 10 through 12.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the Department of Education to consult with the Evin B. Hartsell Foundation to further refine these curricula. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 540 Filed: 1003.4205
S 540 c1: 1003.4205