The bill amends Section 1003.574 of the Florida Statutes to establish new requirements for the use of video cameras in self-contained classrooms within public schools. It removes references to the now-obsolete Video Cameras in Public School Classrooms Pilot Program and mandates that district school boards must vote to create a policy for installing video cameras in self-contained classrooms upon a parent's request. The bill also prohibits schools from concealing the identity of employees in video recordings and requires that any video made available after a request must include accompanying audio.

Additionally, the bill outlines the operational requirements for video cameras, including monitoring capabilities and retention periods for recorded footage. It specifies that video recordings must be retained for at least three months or until the conclusion of any related investigations. The legislation also emphasizes the confidentiality of student identities in recordings and establishes a process for parents and school employees to view the footage under certain conditions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1006 Filed: 1003.574