Florida § 154.001 - System of coordinated county health department services; legislative intent.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 154.001 — System of coordinated county health department services; legislative intent., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 154.001. System of coordinated county health department services; legislative intent.
It is the intent of the Legislature to promote, protect, maintain, and improve the health and safety of all citizens and visitors of this state through a system of coordinated county health department services. The Legislature recognizes the unique partnership which necessarily exists between the state and its counties in meeting the public health needs of the state. To strengthen this partnership, the Legislature intends that the public health needs of the several counties be provided through contractual arrangements between the state and each county. The Legislature also recognizes the importance of meeting the educational needs of Florida’s public health professionals.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 154.001
What does Florida Statutes § 154.001 cover?
Section 154.001 ("System of coordinated county health department services; legislative intent.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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