FL S1888

Establishes the Commission on Mental Health and Substance Abuse as an adjunct to the Department of Children and Families, with the department providing administrative and staff support.

Comprises 19 members including legislators, agency heads, healthcare professionals, treatment providers, and representatives from law enforcement and child welfare, appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker by August 1, 2021.

Requires the commission to review publicly supported mental health and substance abuse systems, address emergency behavioral health services, assess service quality and staffing, and recommend changes to existing laws and policies.

Mandates submission of findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature by September 1, 2022, and annually thereafter.

Automatically repeals September 1, 2026, unless the Legislature reenacts it to continue the commission's operations.