The Florida House of Representatives votes tomorrow on HB 649, the CRNA independent practice bill by Rep. Giallombardo.
Your voice matters—especially now.
The FSA Legislative Committee and Board members have worked tirelessly behind the scenes over the past several weeks. We’ve contacted key House members, met with committee members, and advocated strongly for patient safety. But with HB 649 now headed to the floor, it’s time for all of us to take action.
Here’s what you can do right now:
- Email your Representatives using our sample letter and contact list (links below).
- Call their office and make your opposition clear.
- Encourage your colleagues to do the same.
Talking Points:
- Anesthesia is complex and requires physician leadership for safe, effective care.
- CRNAs are important members of the care team—but they are not trained to handle high-risk complications unsupervised.
- This bill lowers the standard of care for Florida patients and opens the door to increased costs and risks.
Please don’t wait. Reach out today—and make sure our elected officials understand what’s at stake for the patients we serve.