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FL S0102
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Education Pre-K - 12
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AI Summary
- Requires the Florida Department of Education to develop and implement a workforce credential program by January 31, 2026, for students with autism spectrum disorder or students on a modified curriculum, with the goal of helping them secure employment after graduation
- Students in the program can earn badges designating they have acquired specific skills meeting employer needs, with each badge requiring demonstration of five discrete skills or behaviors, including workplace safety
- The Department must collaborate with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to develop a workplace safety badge and work with the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities on program development and implementation
- Each badge must be validated by two instructional staff members who specialize in exceptional student education
- Annual reports are required from calendar year 2026 through 2030 (due by January 31 of the following year), detailing badges offered, postgraduation employment data, student participation rates, and other outcome data
Legislative Description
Exceptional Student Education
Last Action
Died on Second Reading Calendar, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/CS/HB 1105 (Ch. 2025-109)
6/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Policy3/11/2025
Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education2/21/2025
Full Bill Text
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