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AI Summary
Senate Bill 1694 provides requirements for technology components in general education and AI instruction in high school computer science courses in Florida.
Business Impact
If you operate a high school, ensure AI is taught in computer science courses by July 1, 2026.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
Florida's Senate Bill 1694 requires the inclusion of technology components in general education core courses and AI instruction in high school computer science courses. The bill aims to enhance technology education across the state.
Key Provisions
- Requires a technology component in general education core courses.
- Requires AI instruction in high school computer science courses.
Latest Legislative Action
Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 1503
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Bryan Avila R | Sponsor | SD-039 |
| Daniel Burgess R | Sponsor | SD-023 |
| Education Postsecondary | Sponsor |
Roll Call Votes
S ·
Senate Rules ·
Feb 24, 2026
23 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate Appropriations Committee on Higher Education ·
Feb 18, 2026
7 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate Education Postsecondary ·
Feb 4, 2026
6 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Amendments (1)
Senate Committee Amendment #794384
Pending
2026-02-03
Compliance Checklist
Integrate AI instruction into computer science courses
Who: Educational institutions in Florida
Deadline: 2026-07-01
Penalty: Potential impact on accreditation or funding
Who: Educational institutions in Florida
Deadline: 2026-07-01
Penalty: Potential impact on accreditation or funding
Review and update general education core courses
Who: Faculty committees appointed by the State Board of Education
Deadline: Every four years starting July 1, 2024
Penalty: Non-compliance could affect course approval
Who: Faculty committees appointed by the State Board of Education
Deadline: Every four years starting July 1, 2024
Penalty: Non-compliance could affect course approval
Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 1694, introduced in Florida, seeks to enhance technology education by providing instructional requirements. The bill requires that general education core courses incorporate a technology component. Additionally, it requires that high school computer science courses include instruction on artificial intelligence.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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