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HB 1325

Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Webster Barnaby and 2 co-sponsors

Florida bill creates industry-nursing education partnership fund to address workforce shortages through formalized employer-school collaboration and shared resources.

Laid on Table, refer to CS/SB 1246
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Bill Summary · HB 1325

Legislative bill overview

HB 1325 establishes the "Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund" in Florida, creating a mechanism to connect private sector resources with nursing education programs. The bill aims to address nursing workforce shortages by facilitating partnerships between healthcare industry employers and educational institutions that train nurses.

Why is this important

Florida faces significant nursing shortages that affect hospital capacity, patient care quality, and healthcare costs. By formalizing industry-education partnerships through dedicated funding, the bill could accelerate pipeline development for registered and licensed practical nurses while potentially reducing training costs for educational institutions and students.

Potential points of contention

  • Fund source and sustainability: The bill's specific funding mechanism, amount, and whether it relies on state appropriations, industry contributions, or both remains unclear from the filing stage
  • Industry influence on curriculum: Critics may worry that direct industry involvement in nursing education could prioritize employer needs over comprehensive clinical training or student autonomy
  • Equitable access concerns: Questions about whether partnerships benefit all nursing programs equally or primarily favor larger institutions with stronger industry connections

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

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