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FL H9035
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/23/2015
Primary Sponsor
Edwin Narain
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AI Summary
- Designates September as "Child Safety Awareness Month" in Florida
- Unintentional injuries in and around the home cause nearly 4,000 deaths and over 4.5 million injuries annually to children ages 1-4, including falls, drowning, choking, suffocation, burns, and poisoning
- Three out of four child safety seats are improperly installed in vehicles, with many adults unaware of incorrect installation or premature transition from child restraints to seat belts
- Encourages all Florida citizens to evaluate the safety and protection devices and plans in place for their children, addressing hazards at home, on the road, and at play
- Identifies abduction, bullying, child abuse, homelessness, and depression as additional dangerous issues affecting children that require community education and awareness
Legislative Description
Child Safety Awareness Month
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
4/1/2015
Full Bill Text
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