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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/29/2025
01/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to special observances; creating s. 683.3343, F.S.; designating August 21 of each year as “Fentanyl Awareness and Education Day”; encouraging specified agencies, local governments, and public schools to sponsor events to promote awareness of the dangers of fentanyl and potential overdoses, including education on specified topics; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new state observance called "Fentanyl Awareness and Education Day" on August 21st each year, aimed at addressing the critical issue of fentanyl abuse and overdose prevention. The legislation encourages various state agencies, including the Department of Health and the Department of Children and Families, as well as local governments and public schools, to sponsor educational events focusing on the dangers of fentanyl. These events are intended to provide comprehensive information on fentanyl abuse prevention, addiction resources, and substance use issues, with a particular emphasis on youth substance abuse. By establishing this annual day of awareness, the bill seeks to educate the public about the risks associated with fentanyl and promote access to prevention and support resources. The new observance will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving organizations time to prepare educational programming and outreach initiatives.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration (on 05/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/214 |
| Analysis - Governmental Oversight and Accountability (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/214/Analyses/2025s00214.go.PDF |
| Analysis - Governmental Oversight and Accountability (Pre-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/214/Analyses/2025s00214.pre.go.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/214/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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