The proposed bill establishes two new committees within the Florida Department of Health: the Drug Overdose Death Review Committee and the Suicide Death Review Committee. These committees are responsible for reviewing deaths related to drug overdoses and suicides to identify contributing factors and recommend improvements in policies and practices at local and state levels. Local public health departments are mandated to form local review committees that will work in collaboration with the state committees. The bill outlines the membership, duties, and operational procedures for these committees, including the requirement to submit annual reports detailing their findings and recommendations.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect sensitive information related to suicide cases, ensuring that personally identifiable information, health records, and law enforcement documents are not disclosed. It grants the committees access to necessary records and information for their reviews while maintaining confidentiality. The bill also assigns specific responsibilities to the Department of Health and the Department of Children and Families, including the appointment of local review representatives with expertise in suicide prevention. Furthermore, it allows for the issuance of subpoenas for records and provides immunity from liability for individuals participating in committee activities. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026.