Dental screenings for K-12 students require parental consent and notification.

The bill amends Florida Statutes to allow dental screenings for K-12 students only after parents receive written notice and have the opportunity to deny consent. Dental screenings are defined as noninvasive visual inspections for obvious signs of dental disease or abnormality. The bill also mandates that school districts notify parents of health care services offered and the option to withhold consent. If parents have unresolved concerns, they can request a special magistrate to review the issue.

Dental screenings for K-12 students require parental consent and notification.

The bill amends Florida Statutes to allow dental screenings for K-12 students only after parents receive written notice and have the opportunity to deny consent. Dental screenings are defined as noninvasive visual inspections for obvious signs of dental disease or abnormality. The bill also mandates that school districts notify parents of health care services offered and the option to withhold consent. If parents have unresolved concerns, they can request a special magistrate to review the issue.