The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to interscholastic and intrascholastic extracurricular activities. It authorizes district school boards to adopt policies that allow the use of voluntary donations and revenues from booster clubs to fund athletic coaches or activity sponsors, explicitly prohibiting these funds from being used for severance pay. Additionally, it revises the eligibility criteria for transfer students wishing to participate in sports, allowing them to request immediate participation if they meet certain conditions, and mandates that governing associations provide eligibility determinations within 14 days. The governing associations are also required to adopt bylaws that outline eligibility criteria and appeals procedures.

Furthermore, the bill includes athletic administrators in the classification of K-12 administrative personnel, allowing them to negotiate compensation that may exceed standard limits, provided it does not surpass the highest-paid administrator's salary in the district. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 731 Filed: 1006.15