Florida Department of State pauses arts‑grant cycle, cites need to tighten scoring and comply with law Secretary Byrd told the subcommittee the Division of Arts and Culture paused the 2026 grant cycle to revise guidance and scoring after nearly 800 applications requested more than $80 million while the Legislature appropriated $26 million; members raised concerns about potential effects on organizations with adult‑oriented programming.

Florida's Division of Arts and Culture has paused its 2026 grant cycle amid concerns over new eligibility rules, leaving nearly 800 applicants in suspense over $80 million in funding!

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