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FL S1692

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stan McClain

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • Prohibits school districts from considering potential literary, artistic, political, or scientific value as a basis for retaining material found to be harmful to minors

  • 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

  • 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

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