This bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes related to higher education governance and financial transparency. It introduces new financial disclosure requirements for certain members of the Board of Governors, effective January 1, 2026. The bill also revises term limits for members of the State Board of Education and the boards of trustees for Florida College System institutions, establishing that members may only serve two terms and that the chair of the State Board of Education will serve a single two-year term. Additionally, it specifies that the president of a Florida College System institution will be appointed by the institution's board of trustees without needing approval from the State Board of Education, and mandates the formation of presidential search committees for these appointments.

Further amendments include the requirement for state universities to have their presidents selected by their respective boards of trustees, also without Board of Governors confirmation. The bill repeals a previous statute regarding applicants for university president positions and enhances transparency in textbook and instructional materials by requiring institutions to post detailed lists of required, recommended, and supplemental materials, along with course syllabi. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1726 Filed: 1001.64, 1001.70, 1001.706, 1001.71, 1004.098