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SB 1310

Reporting of Student Mental Health Outcomes

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jennifer Bradley

Florida schools must systematically collect and report student mental health services data, outcomes, and utilization rates to improve service delivery and policy decisions.

Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 969 (Ch. 2025-108)
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Bill Summary · SB 1310

Legislative bill overview

SB 1310 requires Florida schools to collect and report data on student mental health outcomes, including information about mental health services provided, student utilization rates, and outcomes related to student well-being. The bill aims to create standardized metrics for tracking mental health interventions in educational settings.

Why is this important

Mental health is increasingly recognized as critical to academic success and student development. Comprehensive data collection allows policymakers, educators, and parents to identify gaps in services, evaluate program effectiveness, and allocate resources more strategically. This transparency can help Florida schools better support student mental health needs across diverse communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Data privacy concerns: Collecting and reporting mental health information raises questions about student confidentiality, FERPA compliance, and how personally identifiable information will be protected or anonymized
  • Implementation costs: Schools may face fiscal burdens from establishing new data systems, training staff on collection protocols, and managing reporting requirements without additional state funding
  • Standardization challenges: Defining uniform mental health outcome metrics across diverse school districts with different resources, populations, and existing programs could be administratively complex

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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