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Advocacy and Legislation

It is imperative to support policy changes in an effort to create longevity in suicide prevention efforts. Legislative advocacy is a powerful way to turn awareness and grief into action, especially for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.

During the 2010 Legislative Session, the Statewide Office of Suicide Prevention will propose legislation that adds suicide prevention education to the list of options that school personnel have when choosing how to fulfill their in-service training. There is no fiscal impact and it does not mandate any training.

View a detailed proposal for Suicide Prevention Education Legislation (PDF, 68K)

Visit the Suicide Prevention Action Network at www.spanusa.org to learn more about how you can be a voice for change.

Information about the Florida Legislature

Legislative Advocacy: A Brief Guide PDF, 140K

Florida House of Representatives Web Site
Florida House Legislative Delegation

Florida Senate Web Site
Florida Senate Directory 2008-2010 [PDF]
Florida Senate Handbook 2008-2010 [PDF]

Senate and House Quick Reference Room Numbers

Parking Guide to the Capitol Complex