Florida S0178 amends laws to allow coaches to use personal funds for student welfare and requires districts to secure low-cost electrocardiograms.

Florida S0178 amends several sections of Florida Statutes to allow coaches to use personal funds to support student welfare, such as providing food, transportation, and recovery services, provided they report this use to the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA). The bill also mandates that school districts pursue public and private partnerships to provide low-cost electrocardiograms to student athletes. Exemptions are provided for students whose parents object to electrocardiograms on religious grounds. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Florida S0178 amends laws to allow coaches to use personal funds for student welfare and requires districts to secure low-cost electrocardiograms.

Florida S0178 amends several sections of Florida Statutes to allow coaches to use personal funds to support student welfare, such as providing food, transportation, and recovery services, provided they report this use to the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA). The bill also mandates that school districts pursue public and private partnerships to provide low-cost electrocardiograms to student athletes. Exemptions are provided for students whose parents object to electrocardiograms on religious grounds. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.