Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Plantation, FL
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Plantation, FL and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
7061 CYPRESS RD STE 101 0.9 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
1801 NW 66TH AVE STE 200B 1.0 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33313
7019 W BROWARD BLVD, 1.1 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
7007 W BROWARD BLVD Unit 5 1.1 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
1368 N UNIVERSITY DR 1.7 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33322
401 NW 42ND AVE 1.8 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33317
201 NW 82ND AVE STE 302 1.8 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
8367 W SUNRISE BLVD 2.1 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33322
100 S PINE ISLAND RD STE 148 2.3 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
7676C PETERS RD 2.4 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
1911 N PINE ISLAND RD 2.4 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33322
2337 S UNIVERSITY DR 3.1 miles
DAVIE, FL 33324
10199 CLEARY BLVD STE 10 3.4 miles
PLANTATION, FL 33324
4350 OAKES RD STE 522 4.3 miles
DAVIE, FL 33314
5817 N UNIVERSITY DR 4.5 miles
TAMARAC, FL 33321
10081 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD 4.5 miles
SUNRISE, FL 33351
5450 NW 33RD AVE ste 102 4.8 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
10251 W COMMERCIAL BLVD 5.3 miles
SUNRISE, FL 33351
650 SE 34 ST, STE 301 5.5 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33071
7431 N UNIVERSITY DR STE 209 5.6 miles
TAMARAC, FL 33321
912 S ANDREWS AVE 5.7 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
1347 S ANDREWS AVE 5.9 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
1100 W COMMERCIAL BLVD Ste 120 5.9 miles
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
103 SE 20TH ST 6.2 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
650 SW 34TH ST STE 301 6.3 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33315
830 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE121 6.3 miles
OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
407 SE 24TH ST 6.5 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
5201 RAVENSWOOD RD STE 121 6.6 miles
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
5201 RAVENSWOOD RD STE 121 6.6 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
1835 S PERIMETER RD STE 125 6.7 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
1425 SE 17TH ST STE A 6.8 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
1491 SE 17th St, 6.9 miles
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
7310 W ATLANTIC BLVD 7.0 miles
MARGATE, FL 33063
6300 N ANDREWS AVE 7.1 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
969 E COMMERCIAL BLVD, 7.1 miles
OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
6521 N ANDREWS AVE 7.2 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
5333 N DIXIE HWY STE 109 7.4 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33334
4600 SHERIDAN ST STE 401 7.5 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
4430 SHERIDAN ST STE A 7.5 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
3990 SHERIDAN ST #109 &110 7.7 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
4242 N FEDERAL HWY 7.7 miles
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
1205 N UNIVERSITY DR 7.7 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33071
3125 W ATLANTIC BLVD 7.8 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
2700 W ATLANTIC BLVD STE 242 7.9 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
11011 SHERIDAN ST STE 209 8.2 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33026
5216 N FEDERAL HWY 8.3 miles
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
1809 N UNIVERSITY DR 8.4 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33071
3705 GARFIELD ST 8.4 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
2300 N COMMERCE PKWY STE 103 8.7 miles
WESTON, FL 33326
4737 N OCEAN DR 136 8.7 miles
LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA, FL 33308
150 SW 12TH AVE STE 201 8.8 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
2004 N FLAMINGO RD 8.8 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33028
9035 PINES BLVD 8.9 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33024
9650 PINES BLVD 9.1 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33024
10011 Pines Blvd Ste 202 9.1 miles
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
3500 Hollywood Blvd 9.2 miles
Hollywood, FL 33021
311 S CYPRESS RD 9.3 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33060
3350 NW 22ND DR 9.3 miles
COCONUT CREEK, FL 33066
1611 S FEDERAL HWY 9.3 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33062
3000 CORAL HILLS DR 9.4 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
3300 N UNIVERSITY DR STE 903 9.5 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
3600 WASHINGTON ST 9.6 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
3700 Washington St,Ste 102, 9.6 miles
Hollywood, FL 33021
9770 W SAMPLE RD 9.7 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
4450 N STATE ROAD 7 STE 1 9.7 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33073
10201 W SAMPLE RD 9.8 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
3470 NW 62ND AVE 9.8 miles
MARGATE, FL 33063
11380 W SAMPLE RD STE A 10.0 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
541 SE 18TH AVE 10.1 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33060
6245 MIRAMAR PKWY STE 101 10.4 miles
MIRAMAR, FL 33023
750 S FEDERAL HWY 10.5 miles
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020
505 N Federal Hwy, 10.7 miles
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
619 CASCADE FALLS DR 10.8 miles
WESTON, FL 33327
2400 W SAMPLE RD STE 4 10.8 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33073
9909 MIRAMAR PKWY 10.9 miles
MIRAMAR, FL 33025
1021 W SAMPLE RD STE 208 11.4 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064
441 S STATE ROAD 7 STE 15 11.4 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33068
110 N FEDERAL HWY, STE 101 11.6 miles
HALLANDALE BEACH, FL 33009
12014 MIRAMAR PKWY 11.7 miles
MIRAMAR, FL 33025
20535 NW 2ND AVE STE 150 11.8 miles
MIAMI, FL 33169
1452 E HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD 11.9 miles
HALLANDALE, FL 33009
2502 N FEDERAL HWY 12.1 miles
LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL 33064
6240 CORAL RIDGE DR STE 105 12.3 miles
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33076
922 E SAMPLE RD 12.4 miles
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064
20601 E DIXIE HWY STE 340 12.7 miles
AVENTURA, FL 33180
17900 NW 5th Street, Suite 101 12.8 miles
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
18203 PINES BLVD 13.4 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33029
7 NW 183RD ST 13.4 miles
MIAMI, FL 33169
1606 NE MIAMI GARDENS DR 13.6 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33179
1770 NE MIAMI GARDENS DR UNIT 1 13.6 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33179
4036 W HILLSBORO BLVD 13.7 miles
DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33442
17601 NW 2ND AVE STE S 13.8 miles
MIAMI, FL 33169
100 NW 170th St Ste 204, 14.2 miles
North Miami Beach, FL 33169
100 NW 170TH ST STE 205 14.2 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33169
20221 NW 8TH ST 14.2 miles
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33029
1405 NW 167TH ST 14.3 miles
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33169
1509 NE 167TH ST 14.7 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
750 S FEDERAL HWY 14.7 miles
DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33441
8551 NW 186TH ST 14.7 miles
MIAMI, FL 33015
1117 NE 163RD ST 14.8 miles
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
16109 BISCAYNE BLVD 15.2 miles
AVENTURA, FL 33160
7035 BERACASA WAY STE 105 15.8 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33433
2404 NW 87th Pl 15.8 miles
Doral, FL 33172
9834 GLADES RD STE C5 16.3 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33434
19090 STATE ROAD 7 17.6 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33498
900 GLADES RD STE 1B 17.7 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33432
1786 NW BOCA RATON BLVD 18.0 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33432
7100 W 20TH AVE STE 311 18.0 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33016
7150 W 20TH AVE STE 213 18.0 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33016
12555C BISCAYNE BLVD 18.1 miles
NORTH MIAMI, FL 33181
915 W 49TH ST 19.0 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33012
1165 W 49TH ST STE 103 19.0 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33012
7 WEST PLZ 19.9 miles
MIAMI, FL 33147
6990 NW 37th Ave 20.6 miles
Miami, FL 33147
7911 NW 72ND AVE Ste 111 20.6 miles
MEDLEY, FL 33166
7700 CONGRESS AVE STE 1102 21.1 miles
BOCA RATON, FL 33487
5201 NW 77TH AVE ST 100 21.8 miles
DORAL, FL 33166
16244 Military Trl Ste 230, 21.9 miles
Delray Beach, FL 33484
3270 NW 36TH ST 22.5 miles
MIAMI, FL 33142
9851 NW 58TH ST UNIT 116 22.6 miles
DORAL, FL 33178
4483 NW 36TH ST STE 120 22.7 miles
MIAMI SPRINGS, FL 33166
6221 NW 36TH ST 22.9 miles
VIRGINIA GARDENS, FL 33166
825 Arthur Godfrey Rd Ste 100 22.9 miles
Miami Beach, FL 33140
333 41st St, Suite 502 23.1 miles
Miami Beach, FL 33140
1025 E 25TH ST 23.1 miles
HIALEAH, FL 33013
601 Linton Blvd 23.1 miles
Delray Beach, FL 33444
3588 NW 72ND AVE 23.1 miles
MIAMI, FL 33122
3900 NW 79TH AVE STE 440 23.2 miles
DORAL, FL 33166
3900 NW 79TH AVE BLDG 2 STE 229 23.2 miles
DORAL, FL 33166
9737 NW 41ST ST STE 653 23.5 miles
DORAL, FL 33178
275 NE 18TH ST STE CU01 23.7 miles
MIAMI, FL 33132
2280 W ATLANTIC AVE 23.8 miles
DELRAY BEACH, FL 33445
1479 NW 27TH AVE 23.9 miles
MIAMI, FL 33125
7800 NW 25TH ST STE 4 23.9 miles
MIAMI, FL 33122
2500 NW 79TH AVE STE 154 24.0 miles
DORAL, FL 33122
660 LINTON BLVD STE 200 EX2 24.3 miles
DELRAY BEACH, FL 33444
285 NW 27TH AVE STE 14 24.8 miles
MIAMI, FL 33125
601 N. CONGRESS AVE. STE 608 24.8 miles
DELRAY BEACH, FL 33445
Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.
Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Plantation, FL testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.
Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.
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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available
Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.
Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.
The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.
Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.
The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.
A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.
In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.
US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).
Additional DOT services include:
- -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
- -DOT Supervisor Training
- -MVR Reports
- -DOT Drug Policy Development
- -DOT Physicals
- -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing
Our Plantation, FL testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.
The Opioid Overdose Crisis
Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.
- Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
- Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
- An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
- About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
- Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
- The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
- Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.
In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)
Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Plantation, FL drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.
Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Plantation, FL testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.
Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Plantation, FL and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.
On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.
Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.
Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.
DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.
Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.
Types of Tests Conducted
- Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
- Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
- Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.
What to Expect at a Collection Center
- Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
- Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
- Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.
Importance of Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.
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Local Area Info: Plantation, Florida
Plantation is a city in Broward County, Florida, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census the population was 84,955. It is a principal city of the Miami metropolitan area. The city's name comes from the previous part-owner of the land, the Everglades Plantation Company, and their attempts to establish a rice plantation in the area.
Before the start of the twentieth century, the area that became Plantation was part of the Everglades wetlands, regularly covered by 2–3 feet of water. In 1855, Florida state passed the Internal Improvement Act and established the Internal Improvement Trust Fund, the trustees of which act as a government agency to oversee management, sale, and development of state land. In 1897, the Interior Department submitted 2.9 million acres to the Florida Land Office; however, the submission was revoked the following year, due to fears it would "impinge upon the rights and interests of the Seminole Tribes." The Seminole people regularly used the area for hunting, fishing and camping, and also used the nearby Pine Island Ridge as a headquarters during the second and third Seminole Wars.
In 1903, Florida Governor William Sherman Jennings began an initiative to drain the Everglades. To establish Florida's entitlement to the land, Jennings obtained a new patent (known as the 'Everglades Patent') for land "aggregating 2,862,280 acres." Following his election in 1905, Jennings' successor, Napoleon Bonaparte Broward appointed Jennings as general counsel of the Internal Improvement Fund and continued the initiative for complete drainage of the Everglades (which was a core theme of his election campaign). Broward described the drainage as a duty of the trustees, and promised to create an "Empire of the Everglades".