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FL H0747
Bill
Status
5/11/2010
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Ambler
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AI Summary
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Increases Diabetes Advisory Council membership from 25 to 26 members and adds the Florida Academy of Family Physicians as a required representative.
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Prohibits school districts from restricting diabetic student enrollment or school assignment based on diabetes diagnosis, lack of full-time nurse, or absence of trained diabetes personnel.
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Authorizes students with written authorization from parent and physician to carry diabetic supplies and manage their diabetes independently at school, school-sponsored activities, and during transit.
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Requires State Board of Education to adopt rules in cooperation with Department of Health regarding diabetes management, safety protocols, and training of school personnel in diabetes care.
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Provides indemnification to school districts, county health departments, public-private partners, and their employees/volunteers from liability related to authorized student use of diabetic supplies and equipment.
Legislative Description
Treatment of Diabetes [SPSC]
Last Action
Approved by Governor; Chapter No. 2010-57
5/11/2010