This bill designates May 10, 2026, as "First Responders Mental Health Awareness Day" in Florida. It is a ceremonial resolution raising public awareness about mental health challenges faced by first responders (like police, firefighters, and EMTs) and their families due to job-related stress and trauma. The resolution does not create new policies or funding but acknowledges ongoing efforts by Florida agencies to support first responders through peer programs and mental health resources. It directly affects first responders and their families by highlighting their mental health needs through a state-recognized observance.
Wendelstedt Umpire School; Congratulates Wendelstedt Umpire School on 50 years of providing world-class umpire training for Minor League & Major League Baseball umpires across nation.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Santa Fe College's 60th anniversary. The resolution formally commends the college for its achievements, including national awards for student success, veteran support, and transfer rates to the University of Florida. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or programs, as it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The resolution was adopted by the Florida House of Representatives on March 5, 2026.
Pinellas County Schools’ Journeys in Journalism Program; Recognizing and commending Pinellas County Schools’ Journeys in Journalism program on the occasion of its 25th anniversary, etc.
This bill (SR 724) designates August 2026 as "Amblyopia Awareness Month" in Florida through a Senate resolution. It recognizes amblyopia - the leading cause of vision loss in children - as a critical public health issue, emphasizing that early detection through screening before age 5 significantly improves treatment outcomes. The resolution highlights that less than 20% of preschool children currently receive vision screening despite insurance coverage, and undetected amblyopia causes permanent vision loss in many children. This symbolic resolution aims to raise awareness about childhood vision screening needs but does not create new laws or funding.
Florida's House of Representatives has designated June 2026 as "Caribbean Heritage Month" through a ceremonial resolution. This non-binding designation encourages all Floridians to recognize Caribbean American contributions to the state's cultural, historical, and societal fabric. The resolution highlights the community's achievements across fields like arts, civil rights, and public service without creating new policies or affecting specific groups. It serves solely as a formal observance, with no funding, regulations, or direct impact beyond symbolic recognition.
This ceremonial resolution designates June 24, 2026, as "Florida Day of Women in Diplomacy" to honor Florida women who have served in diplomatic roles, including historical figures like Ruth Bryan Owen. It does not create new laws, funding, or requirements; it solely recognizes the contributions of women in diplomacy through a symbolic date designation. The resolution cites international observances and Florida's legacy in diplomatic leadership but has no direct impact on specific individuals or policies.
This resolution designates May 11-17, 2026, as "Youth Mental Health Awareness Week" in Florida. It has no policy changes or funding provisions - it is a ceremonial observance to highlight existing mental health efforts. The resolution acknowledges Florida's adolescent mental health challenges (like depression and suicide rates) and recognizes schools, families, and community organizations supporting youth mental wellness. It does not create new programs or alter laws.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding bill) expressing the Florida House of Representatives' appreciation for the existing economic, cultural, and diplomatic relationship between Florida and Taiwan. It cites longstanding ties including trade statistics, agricultural missions, joint space projects, and a 34-year partnership since 1988. The resolution does not create new policies, funding, or obligations - it solely acknowledges current cooperation. It was adopted by publication on March 4, 2026, as part of Florida's ceremonial resolutions process.
Taiwan; Expressing appreciation for the sister state relationship and bilateral economic and cultural ties between the State of Florida and Taiwan and encouraging the Governor to lead a trade and economic delegation to Taiwan in 2026, etc.
This bill designates July 2026 as "Fibroid Awareness Month" in Florida through a ceremonial resolution. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public awareness about uterine fibroids - benign tumors affecting up to 80% of women by age 50 - which cause symptoms like heavy bleeding and pain. The resolution highlights existing efforts to promote early diagnosis, research, and treatment options for this common condition. As a symbolic gesture, it has no enforceable provisions or direct impact on healthcare policy.
HR 8079 designates April 13, 2026, as "National Borinqueneers Day" in Florida to honor the service of the 65th Infantry Regiment (known as the Borinqueneers), a U.S. Army unit composed primarily of Puerto Rican soldiers. The resolution commemorates their Korean War service, which earned them over 2,700 military awards including 9 Distinguished Service Crosses and 1 Medal of Honor. It specifically recognizes Florida’s large Puerto Rican community (over 1.2 million residents) and the regiment’s historical significance to both national and state heritage. This is a ceremonial resolution with no new legal requirements or funding impacts.
