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FL S1790
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/19/2013
Primary Sponsor
Rene Garcia
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AI Summary
- Recognizes November 11-17, 2013, as "Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week" in Florida
- Approximately 270,000 individuals in the United States have sustained a spinal cord injury, with an estimated 12,000 new cases annually
- Most common age for spinal cord injury is 19 years old, with 51 percent of injuries occurring between ages 16 and 30
- Average annual cost of care ranges from $334,170 to over $1 million in the first year, with lifetime costs estimated between $1.5 million and $4.5 million depending on severity
- The Darrell Gwynn Foundation will conduct education and awareness activities with local governments and schools during the designated week
Legislative Description
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week
Last Action
Adopted, companion bill(s) passed, see HR 9059 (Adopted)
4/10/2013
Full Bill Text
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