This bill seeks to prohibit the application of certain foreign and religious laws, including Sharia law, in legal proceedings within Florida, establishing a new section, 2.05, that defines "foreign law" and "religious law." The enforcement of these laws is restricted unless mandated by federal or state law, with exceptions for ecclesiastical matters within religious organizations. Additionally, the bill amends various statutes to define and regulate domestic terrorist organizations, granting the Chief of Domestic Security the authority to designate such organizations and prohibiting state entities from providing support or funding to them.

Moreover, the bill introduces a new section, 943.03102, which outlines the criteria for designating organizations as domestic or foreign terrorist entities and mandates the Chief to maintain a list of these organizations. It imposes strict prohibitions on educational institutions regarding financial interactions with designated terrorist organizations, including immediate expulsion of students who promote such groups and ineligibility for financial aid. The legislation also includes penalties for non-compliance, such as suspension of funding and restrictions on new student enrollments, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 1632 Filed: 775.34, 874.03, 1004.06, 1006.61
S 1632 c1: 775.34, 874.03, 1004.06, 1006.61
S 1632 c2: 617.1420, 775.34, 874.03, 1004.06, 1009.01