The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to school district reporting requirements, specifically focusing on the temporary removal of instructional personnel and the notification processes following arrests. It mandates that district school boards adopt a policy for the temporary removal of instructional personnel from the classroom within 24 hours of a notification from law enforcement or a self-reporting employee regarding an arrest for a felony or specific misdemeanor offenses. Additionally, it revises the notification requirements for law enforcement agencies, which must inform relevant school authorities within 48 hours of an employee's arrest for certain offenses, including those involving minors or controlled substances.

Furthermore, the bill requires instructional and administrative personnel to self-report any arrests for felony offenses or specified misdemeanors within 48 hours to a designated school district authority. This self-reporting is not considered an admission of guilt and is protected from being used in legal proceedings. The bill also emphasizes the need for school districts to adhere to confidentiality provisions when handling sealed and expunged records. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1374 Filed: 1012.797, 1012.799