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FL S2648
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates section 1006.72, Florida Statutes, requiring state universities and Florida colleges to interview at least one qualified minority applicant when hiring a head athletic coach or athletic director
- Defines "minority applicant" as persons with origins in black racial groups of Africa, Hispanic culture, Far East/Southeast Asia/Indian Subcontinent/Pacific Islands, or American Indian/Alaskan Native peoples
- Provides an exception if an institution cannot identify a qualified minority applicant willing to interview, which serves as an affirmative defense against violations
- Authorizes the State Board of Education and Board of Governors to adopt rules implementing this requirement for the Florida College System and State University System
- Effective date: July 1, 2010
Legislative Description
Athletic Coaches and Directors/Diversity in Hiring [SPSC]
Last Action
Died in Committee on Higher Education
4/30/2010
Committee Referrals
Higher Education3/9/2010
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