Strengthen Obesity Care for Florida State Employees

Background: Florida’s current weight management pilot for state employees has shown short-term health benefits, but it is limited by a one-year participation cap, restricted enrollment and the lack of a required medical diagnosis. The program reached full capacity in 2025, even as costs tied to obesity-related conditions continue to rise.

Florida has an opportunity to strengthen this program by implementing a comprehensive, evidence-based obesity care model that combines intensive lifestyle and behavioral therapy with FDA-approved medications to support long-term health and cost savings.

Take Action Now: Use OAC’s advocacy tool below to urge Florida lawmakers to support improvements to the state employee health program for access to comprehensive, accountable, evidence-based obesity care.

It’s Easy to Advocate! Use our easy automated message generator below to get started. You’ll find an easy to use template letter to get you started, and we encourage you to include your story and thoughts before sending.