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SPB 2502 Florida Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Implementing the 2026-2027 General Appropriations Act

Summary
Implementing the 2026-2027 General Appropriations Act; Revising the services required to be provided by regional consortium service organizations under certain circumstances; creating the Regional Consortia Service Organization Supplemental Services Program; establishing the Rural Incentive for Professional Educators (RIPE) Program within the Department of Education for a specified purpose; authorizing the Agency for Health Care Administration to submit a budget amendment requesting additional spending authority to implement specified programs and payments, etc.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill implements 2026-2027 state budget, authorizes funding for education (RIPE Program) and healthcare programs, and revises appropriation processes per its title and summary.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates RIPE Program for rural educators within Education Department, implying funding/support for teacher retention. Implements appropriations act likely involving education funding.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 13, 2026 Last action Feb 17, 2026
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Feb 13, 2026
Upper · Passed
On Committee agenda-- Appropriations, 02/18/26, 1:30 pm, 412 Knott Building
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