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HB 391

Public Postsecondary Reports on Pell Grant Eligibility and Food Insecurity

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Daryl Campbell and 2 co-sponsors

HB 391 mandates data collection on Pell Grant eligibility and food insecurity at Florida colleges, aiming to enhance support for students facing financial hardships.

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Bill Summary · HB 391

Summary of HB 391: Public Postsecondary Reports on Pell Grant Eligibility and Food Insecurity

Bill Number: HB 391
Introduced: November 6, 2025
Status: Filed
Effective Date: July 1, 2026

Purpose and Intent

HB 391 aims to address issues of food insecurity among students in Florida's public postsecondary institutions, particularly those eligible for Pell Grants. The bill mandates the collection and reporting of data regarding Pell Grant eligibility and the evaluation of food insecurity on college campuses. This initiative seeks to enhance understanding and support for students facing financial hardships.

Key Provisions

  1. Reporting on Pell Grant Eligibility:

    • The Commissioner of Agriculture is required to identify and report the three state universities and Florida College System institutions with the highest percentages of Pell Grant-eligible students.
    • This report must be submitted to the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives by December 1, 2026.

  2. Study on Food Insecurity:

    • The Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA) is tasked with conducting a comprehensive study to evaluate food insecurity on the campuses of state universities and Florida College System institutions.
    • The study will include:
      • Recommendations for changes to general law, Board of Governors' rules, and State Board of Education rules to address food insecurity.
      • Consultation with relevant stakeholders, including the Board of Governors of the State University System, the board of trustees of the Florida College System, and the Department of Education.
    • A report detailing the findings of this study must also be submitted to the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives by December 1, 2026.

Impact

  • Affected Entities:

    • The bill primarily impacts state universities and Florida College System institutions, focusing on those with significant populations of Pell Grant-eligible students.
    • It also involves various stakeholders in the education sector, including state educational boards and government agencies.

  • Potential Outcomes:

    • By identifying institutions with high Pell Grant eligibility, the bill aims to target resources and support for students in need.
    • The study on food insecurity could lead to actionable recommendations that improve student welfare and academic success by addressing basic needs.

Conclusion

HB 391 represents a proactive approach to understanding and mitigating food insecurity among college students in Florida. By requiring data collection and analysis, the bill seeks to inform legislative actions that could enhance support for vulnerable student populations. The effective date of the bill is set for July 1, 2026, with critical reports due by December 1, 2026.

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

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