Florida bills · 2026 Regular Session
Florida SB 1478
Intellectual Freedom and Viewpoint Diversity
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Davis (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Florida legislature· summary
Intellectual Freedom and Viewpoint Diversity; Deleting a definition of the term “shield”; requiring the State Board of Education to ensure that Florida College System institutions are free from political influence and interference; granting specified rights to students of Florida College System institutions and state universities; granting specified rights to faculty, etc.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Mar 13, 2026 · Senate
Died in Education Postsecondary - Jan 22, 2026 · Senate
Introduced - Jan 16, 2026 · Senate
Referred to Education Postsecondary; Judiciary; Rules - Jan 8, 2026 · Senate
Filed