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FL S0006
Bill
Status
11/2/2023
Primary Sponsor
Alexis Calatayud
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AI Summary
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Expands Florida's Nonprofit Security Grant Program to include schools and museums alongside houses of worship and community centers at high risk for violent attacks or hate crimes
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Appropriates $10 million to the Division of Emergency Management for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program, with grants to be awarded by March 1, 2024
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Appropriates $5 million to the Department of Education for security hardening grants (infrastructure, cameras, fencing, door hardening) specifically for full-time Jewish day schools and Jewish preschools
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Appropriates $20 million to the Department of Education for non-hardening security measures (hiring security personnel, training on threat awareness and emergency procedures) for Jewish day schools and preschools
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Requires the Division of Emergency Management to adopt emergency rules by December 31, 2023, and to prioritize applicants that are houses of worship or facilities frequented daily by children or students
Legislative Description
Security Grants
Last Action
Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 7-C (Ch. 2023-352)
11/8/2023