FASP is committed to advocating for policies that support school psychologists and enhance student outcomes across Florida. Our Public Policy & Professional Relations Chair, Austin Cole, leads these efforts by fostering clear communication and encouraging feedback. This page provides essential resources, including FASP’s legislative platform and the NASP Advocacy Action Center, to help you stay informed and get involved in our advocacy initiatives. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on education and mental health policies.
Austin Cole (publicpolicy@fasp.org)
FASP Public Policy & Professional Relations Chair
Effective advocacy relies on clear communication, and your feedback plays a vital role in strengthening FASP’s public policy efforts.
Advocacy Resources:
NOTE: If you would like to access any of the bills FASP is tracking, click the following link, select Senate or House, and enter the bill number of interest – www.leg.state.fl.us
2023 Senator Keith Perry
2022 Representative Allison Tant
2021 Senator Lori Berman
2020 Representative Jennifer Necole Webb
2019 Senator Kelli Stargel
2018 Senator Kathleen Passidomo
2017-2018 Representative Gayle Harrell
2014 Senator “Bill” Montford
2013 Representative Reggie Fullwood
2013 Senator Dwight Bullard
2010 Representative Bill Heller
2009 Senator Stephen R. Wise
2008 Representative Nick Thompson
2007 Senator Carey Baker and Representative Hugh Gibson
2006 Representative Joe Pickens
2005 Representative Eleanor Sobel
2005 Senator Evelyn Lynn
2004 Representative Rafael Arza
2003 Representative Suzanne Kozmas
2003 Representative Loranne Ausley
2002 Senator Walter “Skip” Campbell
2001 Senator Anna Cowin
2000 Representative Gustavo Barriero
1999 Senator Lisa Carlton
Legacy Award for Distinguished Service to Children
2009 – Senator Eleanor Sobel