Alexis Calatayud — Senator Alexis Calatayud was recognized to explain Senate Bill 1718, which aims to reduce administrative delays for aspiring and experienced educators seeking initial certification or reinstatement while preserving Florida’s certification standards and accountability. She described how the bill helps experienced educators return to classrooms more quickly without lowering requirements. Later, she returned to close on the bill before the committee proceeded to the vote.
Alexis Calatayud — Called during the roll call on CS for SB 564.
Lori Berman — Listed on the roll call and noted as excused from the meeting.
Lori Berman — Senator Lori Berman was called during consecutive roll calls on multiple bills, including CS for SB 1062, SB 1718, and SB 1646.
Lori Berman — Senator Berman was repeatedly named during roll call votes on several agenda items in the meeting, including CS for SB 564, Senate Bill 1340, and the State Board of Education confirmation.
Danny Burgess — Listed as present on the roll call.
Danny Burgess — Spoke in support of the initiative and said he was excited to co-sponsor and support the bill.
Danny Burgess — Mentioned as a co-sponsor/supporter of the bill.
Danny Burgess — Expressed support for the bill, noted prior conversations, and said he was proud to co-sponsor it.
Danny Burgess — Mentioned as the sponsor of the bill and the person being supported.
Danny Burgess — Asked whether the $500,000 recurring appropriation covers the teacher endorsement and whether there is a cost to teachers.
Danny Burgess — Referenced as the bill sponsor being asked to address the funding question.
Danny Burgess — Spoke in support of the bill and referenced prior work at the Department of Education investing in civics and debate.
Danny Burgess — Explained that the recurring $500,000 is for microcredentialing and to support travel and training.
Danny Burgess — Argued that debate participation builds civic engagement and helps reduce violence by teaching argument and rhetoric.
Danny Burgess — Thanked co-sponsors and staff, and emphasized access for teachers and students.
Danny Burgess — Referenced as 'Chairman Burgess' in the co-sponsor list; likely Danny Burgess.
Danny Burgess — Thanked staff and the Department of Education for their partnership in advancing debate education.
Danny Burgess — Closed on CS for SB 1062 and thanked members before the roll call vote.
Danny Burgess — Called during the roll on CS for SB 1062.
Danny Burgess — Called during the roll call on SB 1718.
Danny Burgess — Called during the roll call on SB 1646.
Danny Burgess — Received the gavel and announced he would chair the committee for SB 564.
Danny Burgess — Senator Burgess is named in two consecutive roll-call votes: first on Senate Bill 1340, and then on the State Board of Education confirmation, where the roll call records a yes vote along with other senators and the chair.
Don Gaetz — Referenced as 'Senator Gates' in the roll call; likely Don Gaetz.
Don Gaetz — Don Gaetz is first noted in roll calls on several bills, then speaks to praise the bill and ask whether it would conflict with existing requirements that some community service hours be earned only through volunteering. He seeks clarification on whether the bill would override those volunteer-only guardrails or simply provide an optional paid alternative.
Don Gaetz — Senator Gates was repeatedly named during roll call votes across several consecutive agenda items, including CS for SB 564, Senate Bill 1340, and the State Board of Education confirmation.
Tracie Davis — Listed as present on the roll call.
Tracie Davis — Senator Tracie Davis is first called during roll calls on CS for SB 1062, SB 1718, and SB 1646. She then participates in discussion about whether pre-registered 16- or 17-year-old students can serve in the precinct and asks whether the service includes pay or only community service hours.
Tracie Davis — Thanked the chair and greeted Jerry Holland, noting shared supervisory ties with Senator Yarbrough.
Tracie Davis — Said she had served as Jerry Holland's deputy supervisor and thanked him for attending.
Tracie Davis — Noted as having worked in the elections office and being knowledgeable about the provisions.
Tracie Davis — Called during the roll call on CS for SB 564.
Tracie Davis — Signaled that she had one question after the bill presentation.
Tracie Davis — Asked whether the support plan would replace an IEP or work in conjunction with one.
Tracie Davis — Named in the roll call vote on Senate Bill 1340.
Tracie Davis — Named in the roll call vote on the State Board of Education confirmation.
Rosalind Osgood — Listed as present on the roll call.
Rosalind Osgood — Called during the roll on CS for SB 1062.
Rosalind Osgood — Called during the roll call on SB 1718.
Rosalind Osgood — Called during the roll call on SB 1646 and recorded as voting yes.
Rosalind Osgood — Senator Osgood was repeatedly called during consecutive roll call votes, appearing in the votes on CS for SB 564, Senate Bill 1340, and the State Board of Education confirmation.
Clay Yarborough — Referenced as 'Senator Yardot' and 'Senator Yarlborough' in the roll call; likely Clay Yarborough.
Clay Yarborough — Called during the roll on CS for SB 1062 and then assumed the chair.
Clay Yarborough — Called during the roll call on SB 1718.
Clay Yarborough — Presiding over the vote and announcing that SB 1718 was reported favorably.
Clay Yarborough — Presided over the vote and was recorded as voting yes.
Clay Yarborough — Identified as the sponsor of SB 564 and recognized to explain the bill.
Clay Yarborough — Explained SB 564 and its effect on student volunteers at polling locations.
Clay Yarborough — Filed and explained amendment barcode 86118 to SB 564.