Essays on Florida
Abstract This article includes information on the Florida Mental Health Act, also known as the Baker Act. It provides insight on what the Baker Act was created for, how it is implemented, and how it affects those suffering from mental illness, those caring for mentally ill patients, and the community in which they live. The...
In early to mid-2019, Florida Legislature passed 195 bills. One of the bills that did not pass was the Assault Weapon Ban law. According to Referred Committees and Committee Actions, the bill “Prohibits sale, transfers, or possession of assault weapon or large-capacity ammunition magazine”. The passing of this bill would have made a huge impact...
Every state has its own unique history and set of laws. Party affiliation has also affected the state as a whole in how laws are enacted and what how the majority party has had an effect on the state’s legislature. Death penalty being a constant issue because it’s always changing depending on who is the...
Introduction In Florida, the Full Practice Authority (FPA) is currently not an option for advanced practitioners (APNs), as it covers nearly half of the United States. Previous legislation to allow FPA in Florida has been introduced, but no FPA legislation has yet been passed. This has kept the number of primary care providers and patients...
