DeSantis signs ‘Teddy Bridgewater Act’ and measure boosting coach pay

By: Jay Waagmeester

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: May 22, 2026

Words: 535

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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Gov. Ron DeSantis Friday signed into law two high school sports-related pieces of legislation, one a reaction to NFL quarterback Teddy Bridgewater’s suspension by the Florida High School Athletic Association.

Now law, SB 178 allows coaches to, with parental consent, provide meals, rides, and other support to athletes out of their own pockets.

“Coaches can play a role apart from just the Xs and Os. Sometimes they serve as a father figure …

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