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FL H1235
Bill
Status
Failed
3/14/2020
Primary Sponsor
Bobby Dubose
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AI Summary
- Requires annual adolescent well-care examinations for students ages 12-18 attending public or private schools in Florida, with certification required each school year
- Defines "adolescent well-care examination" as physical, developmental, behavioral, and psychosocial screening based on American Academy of Pediatrics' 2017 Bright Futures guidelines
- District school boards and private schools must refuse admittance to students who fail to present certification, though a 30-day grace period policy may be established
- Exemptions available for parents who submit written objection on religious grounds, and temporary 30-day exemptions provided for homeless children and those in juvenile justice programs
- Department of Education must develop a certification form in consultation with Department of Health; effective date July 1, 2020
Legislative Description
Well-Care Examinations
Last Action
Died in PreK-12 Innovation Subcommittee
3/14/2020
Committee Referrals
PreK-12 Innovation Subcommittee1/17/2020
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