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FL S0124

Bill

Status

Failed

5/2/2014

Primary Sponsor

Darren Soto

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires district school boards to issue debit cards to classroom teachers funded through the Florida Teachers Classroom Supply Assistance Program to purchase classroom materials and supplies
  • Sets minimum debit card amounts: $250 for elementary school teachers, $500 for middle school teachers, and $750 for high school teachers
  • Allows district school boards to provide additional funds on debit cards above minimum amounts if additional funding is available during the school year
  • Requires debit cards be provided to teachers 2 weeks before the start of the school year with an identifier on the front indicating the card is for the Florida Teachers Classroom Supply Assistance Program
  • Job-share classroom teachers may receive prorated amounts, and teachers may decline or return funds without explanation; expenditures are not subject to competitive bidding or collective bargaining requirements

Legislative Description

Classroom Materials

Last Action

Died in Education

5/2/2014

Committee Referrals

Education9/11/2013

Full Bill Text

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