This bill establishes the Florida Speech and Debate Hall of Fame and designates the first week of February as Florida Speech and Debate Week. The Department of Management Services is tasked with setting aside an area in the Capitol Building for the Hall of Fame, which will honor individuals who have significantly contributed to speech and debate in Florida, preserve the history of competitive debate, and inspire future generations. Additionally, the bill creates the Florida Debate Initiative, Inc. (FDI) as a statewide organization to support the Florida Civics and Debate Initiative (FCDI), outlining its responsibilities, including training coaches and students, promoting competition opportunities, and maintaining statewide data reporting.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that each district school board publish an annual report on speech and debate activities, including team participation and performance metrics. It also requires the development of undergraduate and graduate coursework in speech and debate education, with collaboration from the FDI. The bill appropriates $2.4 million in recurring funds for the FDI to support its operations and initiatives. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.