This bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes related to public education, specifically focusing on the governance and operational procedures of district school boards. It revises the definition of "agency" to include district school boards for the purpose of employment restrictions on relatives of public officials. The bill establishes new rights for district school board members, including access to school district documents, the ability to consult with the chief financial officer, and the right to communicate with staff without needing permission from the superintendent. Additionally, it prohibits attorneys employed by the school district from representing the district school board, with certain exceptions, and mandates that specific documents from school board meetings be maintained as public records.

Further provisions include requirements for school officers to receive training on ethical conduct, restrictions on disclosing proposed terms of collective bargaining agreements without legal advice, and the necessity for school districts to post full line-item budget items on their websites. The bill also defines "good cause" in the context of rejecting employee nominations and prohibits school district employees from being compelled to sign nondisclosure agreements. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 1620 Filed: 112.3135, 1001.42, 1011.035, 1012.22, 1015.03