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FL S1376

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Education Postsecondary

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Genetic Counseling Education Enhancement Grant Program within Florida's State University System to support graduate-level genetic counseling programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling

  • Authorizes the Board of Governors to award competitive grants addressing faculty shortages, student financial barriers, and clinical training needs, including one-time start-up grants for establishing new accredited programs

  • Requires grant funds be used for faculty recruitment and retention, student scholarships covering tuition and living expenses, and clinical rotation partnerships with health care facilities

  • Prohibits use of grant funds for general administrative overhead, new facility construction, or non-program-related activities

  • Mandates annual reporting by participating universities on expenditures and outcomes, with the Board of Governors submitting a statewide summary to the Governor and Legislature by July 1 each year

Legislative Description

Grants for Genetic Counseling Education

Last Action

Laid on Table, refer to CS/HB 1115

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Fiscal Policy2/26/2026
Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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