The bill amends section 943.0438 of the Florida Statutes, specifically addressing the background screening requirements for athletic coaches under independent sanctioning authorities. The key change is the revision of the date by which these background screenings must be conducted. The new effective date for conducting level 2 background screenings is set for July 1, 2026, replacing the previous date of January 1, 2025. This ensures that all current and prospective athletic coaches undergo the necessary screenings before being authorized to act in their roles.
Additionally, the bill emphasizes that the responsibility for conducting these screenings cannot be delegated to individual teams, reinforcing the importance of compliance with the screening process. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing for a transition period before the new screening date is implemented.
Statutes affected: S 1546 Filed: 943.0438
S 1546 e1: 943.0438
S 1546 er: 943.0438