FL S0756

Creates the Safe Schools Trust Fund within the Department of Education to receive funds deposited under s. 212.20(6)(d) and other funds as provided by law.

Allocates trust fund balance to school districts to fund expenses related to school safety zones, armed school safety officer programs, and additional safety projects and programs for students.

Allows trust fund balance to carry forward at the end of each fiscal year and remain available for trust fund purposes, notwithstanding other budget provisions.

Terminates the trust fund on July 1, 2019, unless terminated sooner, with a scheduled review before termination in accordance with state constitutional requirements.

Takes effect contingent upon enactment of related legislation (SB ____) by a three-fifths vote of each house of the Legislature.