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SB 312

Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, Inc.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Don Gaetz and 1 co-sponsor

Florida appropriates state funds to support the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition's research in cognitive science and artificial intelligence development.

Chapter No. 2025-161
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Bill Summary · SB 312

Legislative bill overview

SB 312 provides state funding and authorization for the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, Inc., a research organization focused on cognitive science and artificial intelligence. The bill allocates resources to support the institute's research operations and institutional activities within Florida.

Why is this important

This legislation directs public funds toward AI and cognitive science research, which has implications for Florida's position in emerging technology development and job creation in the tech sector. The funding decision reflects state priorities in scientific research and potentially influences the competitive landscape for attracting tech talent and innovation-focused companies to Florida.

Potential points of contention

  • Public funding allocation: Questions about whether state resources should fund this specific private research entity versus other educational or research priorities
  • Institutional autonomy vs. accountability: Concerns about oversight mechanisms and how public funds are monitored when supporting non-governmental research organizations
  • Scope of benefit: Debate over whether research benefits are broadly distributed to the public or concentrated among private sector partners and academic institutions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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