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FL S1692
Bill
Status
1/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stan McClain
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AI Summary
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Adds a statutory definition of "harmful to minors" to Florida's K-12 instructional materials law (s. 1006.28), covering any depiction of nudity, sexual conduct, or sexual excitement that predominantly appeals to prurient, shameful, or morbid interest and is patently offensive to prevailing adult community standards regarding suitable material for minors
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Adds "harmful to minors" as a new standalone category (alongside pornographic content and material depicting sexual conduct) for which parents or county residents may object to classroom, library, or reading list materials, triggering mandatory removal within 5 school days pending resolution
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Prohibits school districts from considering potential literary, artistic, political, or scientific value as a basis for retaining material found to be harmful to minors
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Requires the State Board of Education to monitor district compliance through regular audits and reporting, with enforcement tools including written noncompliance notices, mandatory corrective action plans within 30 days, withholding of state and discretionary funds, and additional sanctions
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Takes effect July 1, 2026, and reenacts s. 1014.05(1)(c) regarding school district parental rights notification procedures to incorporate the changes
Legislative Description
Materials Harmful to Minors
Last Action
Introduced
1/22/2026