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FL H0445
Bill
Status
Failed
3/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Felicia Simone Robinson
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AI Summary
- Amends s. 1003.42, F.S., to require comprehensive, age-appropriate water safety instruction for all K-12 public school students in Florida
- Required instruction topics include the importance of formal swimming lessons, proper use of flotation devices, awareness of water conditions, rip current response, proper supervision of swimming areas, safe behaviors around water, and the importance of pool barriers and fencing
- Students in grades 6 through 12 must additionally be taught how to physically throw a rescue buoy or life ring during an emergency situation
- Instruction must cover CPR for drowning victims, the order of administering such aid, and the importance of using a life ring or long object rather than attempting a personal rescue
- Each school year, students must be provided with water safety literature to take home to parents or guardians, available in English, Spanish, and Creole
- Effective date is July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Water Safety
Last Action
Died in Education Quality Subcommittee
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Education Quality Subcommittee11/22/2023
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