Advocating for life-saving legislation "Riley jean law"

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We are actively working to pass legislation that requires window safety control devices or protective screens on all new residential buildings. No apartment or high-rise window should open more than four inches unless a certified fall-prevention screen is installed.

Several states — including New York — already have laws like this in place. When New York implemented its window guard legislation in the 1970s, the rate of child window falls dropped by approximately 96%. This simple, low-cost measure has proven to be both effective and life-saving.

Our mission is to begin this effort in Florida, with the goal of expanding to every state that has yet to adopt similar protections. Every child, in every community, deserves a safe home environment.

In addition to new construction requirements, we are also advocating for legislation that addresses existing residential buildings. This could include:

• Adding a lease addendum that clearly warns tenants about potential window hazards
• Offering families with children under 10 years old the option to have window safety devices installed
• Providing simple awareness measures, such as visible warning labels on non-protective window screens
   

Even small steps — a label, a warning, a device — can save a life. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, we aim to ensure that no family experiences a preventable tragedy.