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NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Local NewsAugust 4, 2026Hillsborough

Hillsborough County School Board to vote on removing leggings dress code requirement

The Hillsborough County School Board will vote Tuesday on an amendment to remove a requirement that students wearing leggings must also wear an oversized garment or additional layer. This vote follows public feedback regarding the current dress code policy.

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Why It Matters

The decision will determine whether students are permitted to wear leggings as standalone clothing or if they must continue to comply with the current layering requirement while on school property.

Key Facts

  • The Hillsborough County School Board is scheduled to vote on a dress code amendment this Tuesday.
  • The proposed change would remove the current mandate requiring students to wear an oversized garment over leggings.
  • The vote follows public backlash from parents regarding the existing leggings policy.

Who's Mentioned

locationTampa“The location where the school board is based.”personJessica Vaughn“School board member who supports removing the leggings requirement.”organizationHillsborough County School Board“The governing body voting on the dress code amendment.”