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FL H1151
Bill
Status
Failed
6/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Paula Stark
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AI Summary
- Cited as the "Marley's Teacher Mental Health Act"
- Requires Florida district school boards to provide classroom teachers (as defined in s. 1012.01(2)(a)) with access to mental health services from a mental health counselor, psychiatrist, or clinical psychologist
- Mental health providers must have adequate training for the specific needs of classroom teachers, with the goal of preventing job-related stress and depression
- District school boards must provide a 35-percent discount on the copay for such services and may offer the services at no cost to teachers
- Effective date is July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Classroom Teacher Mental Health Care
Last Action
Died in Education Administration Subcommittee
6/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Education Administration Subcommittee3/5/2025
Full Bill Text
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