The Information Clearinghouse on Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council, mandated by section 383.141, Florida Statutes, was created to advise the Florida Department of Health on establishing and maintaining a clearinghouse of information related to developmental disabilities.
The clearinghouse, Bright Expectations, provides resources and information on developmental disabilities for pregnant women, health care providers, parents, and families.
Upcoming Meetings
Quarterly Meetings
May 14, 2026, at 10 a.m. EST
Dial in by phone: 850-792-1375
Phone conference ID: 198 127 908#
Workshops
To be announced
- August 25, 2026, at 10 a.m. EST
- November 18, 2026, at 10 a.m. EST
Past Meetings and Minutes
Membership
Council Members
Governor Appointments
Kristine Benson
Term Ends: 7/1/2018
Vacant Council Position
Vacant Council Position
President of the Senate Appointments
Camille Gardiner
Term Ends: 8/25/2027
Angela Nandin
Term Ends: 1/10/2029
Stephanie Nordin
Term Ends: 8/30/2028
Speaker of the House of Representatives Appointments
Kiersten Finchum
Term Ends: 4/26/2026
Jenna Persons Mulicka
Term Ends: 7/08/2025
Anjali Van Drie
Term Ends: 4/26/2026
Council Appointments
The council is composed of health care providers and caregivers who provide health care services for persons who have developmental disabilities.
The council consists of nine members, serving four year terms, as follows:
- Three members appointed by the Governor
- Three members appointed by the President of the Senate
- Three members appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives
Resources
Bright Expectations provides resources and information on developmental disabilities for pregnant women, health care providers, parents, and families.