CS/CS/HB 969 — Reporting of Student Mental Health Outcomes
by Human Services Subcommittee; Education Administration Subcommittee; and Rep. Cassel and others (CS/SB 1310 by Children, Families, and Elder Affairs and Senator Bradley)
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Children, Families, and Elder Affairs Committee (CF)
The bill requires the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA), in consultation with the Department of Children and Families (DCF), the Department of Education (DOE), the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute (Institute), and other relevant stakeholders to evaluate school district student mental health services and supports and compliance with statutory requirements.
The bill requires the DOE, school district threat management coordinators, and mental health coordinators to provide specified information to the OPPAGA for reporting and evaluation purposes.
The bill requires the DCF and the Institute to coordinate with the OPPAGA and provide requested information related to the performance of the coordinated behavioral health system of care pursuant to Ch. 394, F.S.
If approved by the Governor, or allowed to become law without the Governor’s signature, these provisions take effect upon becoming law.
Vote: Senate 37-0; House 106-1