This bill aims to enhance compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in Florida's educational institutions by requiring the designation of Title VI coordinators in both district school boards and Florida College System institutions and state universities. Each coordinator will be responsible for overseeing compliance, promoting equal access to educational programs, providing training on Title VI regulations, maintaining records related to complaints, and offering advice on corrective measures. The bill also allows individuals alleging discrimination to file complaints with the appropriate authorities, including the district school superintendent or the Title VI coordinator, and permits parents or guardians to submit complaints on behalf of their minor children.

Additionally, the bill mandates the State Board of Education and the Board of Governors to adopt rules and regulations to implement these provisions effectively. The new legal language includes the establishment of specific duties for the Title VI coordinators and the processes for filing complaints, ensuring that educational institutions are held accountable for discrimination issues. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.