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NewsVenice GondolierAugust 22, 2026Sarasota County

Florida Education Commissioner moves to block undocumented students from career and technical education programs

Education Commissioner Henry Mack has advanced a new rule that would prohibit undocumented students from enrolling in state-funded postsecondary career and technical education (CTE) programs. This action marks one of the commissioner's first policy initiatives in his new role.

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Why It Matters

The proposed rule would restrict access to vocational and technical training programs for undocumented residents across Florida, potentially impacting their ability to obtain professional certifications and career-specific education.

Key Facts

  • Education Commissioner Henry Mack has initiated a rule change to restrict access to CTE programs.
  • The rule specifically targets undocumented students.
  • The policy applies to postsecondary career and technical education programs within the state.

Who's Mentioned

personAnastasios Kamoutsas“Former education commissioner”personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who appointed Henry Mack”locationFlorida“State where the policy is being implemented”personHenry Mack“Florida Education Commissioner who signed the rule change”other512,000“Number of postsecondary CTE students in 2025-2026”locationPolk State College“Site of the upcoming September 16 board meeting”other137,000“Number of degrees and certificates awarded in the Florida College System”other12“Number of state universities in Florida”locationFlorida Gulf Coast University“Site of the September 2 Board of Governors meeting”organizationState Board of Education“Body responsible for approving the proposed rule”other28“Number of public colleges in Florida”