This bill amends existing Florida law to enhance the regulation of political activities at public institutions of higher education. It requires these institutions to inform students and employees about the Campus Free Expression Act during orientation and on their official websites. Additionally, the bill establishes a new section, 1012.802, which mandates the Board of Governors and the State Board of Education to create regulations and rules that outline the limitations on political campaign activities for state universities and Florida College System institutions.
Furthermore, the bill stipulates that one month before primary elections, the boards of trustees of each state university and Florida College System institution must communicate permissible and prohibited political activities to employees via email and post this information on their websites. Permissible activities include voter registration events and candidate forums, while prohibited activities encompass campaigning while on duty and using university resources for political campaigns. The bill aims to clarify the boundaries of political engagement within these educational institutions and ensure compliance with state law. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.