The bill amends the eligibility requirements for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, specifically addressing students who earn a high school diploma from a non-Florida school. It allows students to qualify for the scholarship if they earn their diploma while living with a parent or guardian who has either retired from military or public service within 12 months prior to the student's graduation or is currently on assignment away from Florida. This change aims to provide more flexibility for students who may not have attended a Florida school due to their family's circumstances.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions that allow students to qualify through home education programs or by earning a diploma from a Florida private school. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1107 Filed: 1009.531