Florida · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1159: Sexual Offenses

Enacted Last action April 1, 2026: Chapter No. 2026-20; Companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 245 (Ch. 2026-18)

Plain-language summary

HB 1159 is a bill introduced in the Florida House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Sexual Offenses. Primary sponsor: Berny Jacques (Republican), Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Judiciary Committee. It lists 9 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Chapter No. 2026-20; Companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 245 (Ch. 2026-18).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Berny Jacques (Republican); Criminal Justice Subcommittee; Judiciary Committee. 9 co-sponsors.