The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes to enhance academic freedom and protect against political influence in public postsecondary education. It removes the definition of "shield" and prohibits the State Board of Education and the Board of Governors from shielding students, faculty, or staff from political interference in academic affairs, including curriculum design and faculty appointments. Additionally, it establishes that students in the State University System and Florida College System have the right to pursue their education without governmental or institutional interference, particularly regarding course selection and academic focus.

Furthermore, the bill deletes provisions that allowed students to record class lectures and removes the associated cause of action for violations related to such recordings. It introduces a new section that mandates faculty members to negotiate their academic assignments with department chairs and academic officers, ensuring that this process remains free from external interference. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.