Fla. Stat. 1014.02
Legislative findings and definition

(1)

The Legislature finds that it is a fundamental right of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and care of their minor children. The Legislature further finds that important information relating to a minor child should not be withheld, either inadvertently or purposefully, from his or her parent, including information relating to the minor child’s health, well-being, and education, while the minor child is in the custody of the school district. The Legislature further finds it is necessary to establish a consistent mechanism for parents to be notified of information relating to the health and well-being of their minor children.

(2)

For purposes of this chapter, the term “parent” means a person who has legal custody of a minor child as a natural or adoptive parent or a legal guardian.

Source: Section 1014.02 — Legislative findings and definition, https://www.­flsenate.­gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/1014.­02 (accessed Aug. 7, 2025).

Current through Fall 2025

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