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FL S0308

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tom Leek

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Florida Museum of Black History Board of Directors to oversee the commission, construction, operation, and administration of the museum in St. Johns County

  • Creates a 13-member board consisting of 9 voting members appointed by the Governor (3), Senate President (3), and House Speaker (3), plus 4 ex officio nonvoting legislators

  • Requires all board appointments to be made by July 31, 2026, with appointed members prohibited from holding state or local elective office while serving

  • Mandates the board work jointly with the Foundation for the Museum of Black History, Inc., a nonprofit organization supporting the museum's creation

  • Requires St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners to provide administrative support and staffing until project planning, design, and engineering are completed

Legislative Description

Florida Museum of Black History

Last Action

In Messages

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/27/2026
Governmental Oversight and Accountability12/3/2025

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