Florida 2026 Session Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SB 1472 — Required Instruction

Last action — Died in Education Pre-K - 12

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 08, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

Required Instruction; Providing requirements for instruction on the study of Hispanic contributions to the United States, etc.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill mandates specific instruction on Hispanic contributions to the United States across various grade levels in Florida public schools.

  • s. 1003.42

    The study of Hispanic contributions to the United States. Such instruction must include: 1. For grades K through 2, Hispanic American holidays, symbols, and traditions; Hispanic Americans who have made significant contributions to the country; how Hispanic Americans fit into the broader American social fabric; and the importance of respect, fairness, and kindness to all people. 2. For grades 3 through 5, Spanish exploration of the New World; the role of Hispanic leaders in the defense of the United States; influences of Hispanic culture in American life; Hispanic Americans who have excelled in the arts and sciences, business, and education; Hispanic Americans who have demonstrated perseverance, courage, and civic responsibility; and how fairness, hard work, and equality strengthen democracy. 3. For grades 6 through 8, the impact of Spanish colonization and Hispanic communities on the growth of the United States; how United States expansion affected Hispanic populations; Hispanic contributions during significant periods of United States history; how Hispanic Americans overcame barriers to achieve equality and opportunity; how Hispanic American experiences reflect the nation’s founding principles of liberty and equality; how prejudice, racism, and stereotyping limit individual freedoms; and how recognition of freedoms helps overturn unjust laws. 4. For grades 9 through 12, the role of Hispanic people in United States exploration, colonization, and expansion; Hispanic American participation in major United States conflicts; Hispanic American contributions to United States economic growth; the influence of Hispanic leaders in advancing civil rights; Hispanic American contributions to art, music, literature, science, and education; how Hispanic identity has evolved within American society; how hard work, merit, and responsibility align with the pursuit of happiness and success; instances where Hispanic Americans’ freedoms were infringed upon and how those injustices were addressed; Hispanic American contributions to civic life and governance; and stories of Hispanic Americans who prospered through perseverance and innovation.

    This addition specifies the content required for teaching about Hispanic contributions to the United States at various educational levels.

Action History

  1. Died in Education Pre-K - 12

  2. Introduced

  3. Referred to Education Pre-K - 12; Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education; Rules

  4. Filed

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 163 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (163)

163 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 1472 do?
Required Instruction; Providing requirements for instruction on the study of Hispanic contributions to the United States, etc.
Who sponsors SB 1472?
SB 1472 is sponsored by Bernard, Mack (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 1472?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 08, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB 1472?
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