Florida’s State Board of Education approved new enrollment rules requiring public colleges to verify that incoming students are U.S. citizens or lawfully present before enrolling. The rule extends to adult education programs delivered through the Florida College System, including English language instruction and GED preparation. The policy arrives after Florida repealed an in-state tuition waiver for undocumented students, and it sets the stage for further admission standards under consideration by the State University System beginning fall 2027. Institutions will need to update admissions workflows, documentation requirements, communications, and staff training to demonstrate compliance. For boards, the focus is less on the political controversy and more on fiduciary governance, internal controls, and sustained oversight during implementation.