Appropriations
What changed between versions
Updated the bill title and filing date, changing the reference from 'SB 2500' to 'SPB 2500' and adjusting the timestamp to reflect the proposed version.
Reorganized the departmental page numbering throughout the appropriations sections, shifting page numbers down by 1-3 pages for various agencies.
Increased nonrecurring capital outlay funding for the State University System from $800,000 to $5,000,000.
Reduced nonrecurring capital outlay funding for the Florida College System by removing specific projects like the College of the Florida Keys and Daytona State College, while increasing funding for Gulf Coast State College's Multi-Purpose Teaching Labs.
Decreased the total General Revenue Fund allocation for private colleges and universities from $191,886,752 to $191,536,752.
Reduced the General Revenue Fund allocation for the Partnership for School Readiness program from $3,228,957 to $2,978,957.
Increased the General Revenue Fund allocation for the School Recognition Program from $133,060,000 to $140,000,000.
Decreased the General Revenue Fund allocation for Mentoring/Student Assistance Initiatives from $10,180,808 to $9,830,808.
Added new specific categories for funding: Educator Professional Liability Insurance ($1,021,560), Teacher and School Administrator Death Benefits ($45,521), and Risk Management Insurance ($557,876 from General Revenue and $56,012 from Administrative Trust Fund).
Increased the base student allocation for the Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) from $5,422.60 to $9,338.34.
Added a requirement for the Braille & Talking Book Library to use $50,000 in recurring funds from the General Revenue Fund.
Added a new requirement for the Department of Education to submit a detailed report on student financial assistance metrics by February 1, 2027.
Added a new requirement for public school district education foundations to certify receipt of private cash contributions before receiving matching funds under Specific Appropriation 95.