CFO Patronis Legislative Update for April 20, 2023
CFO Patronis Legislative Update for April 20, 2023
Senate Bill 246 – Florida Kidcare Program Eligibility (Senator Calatayud) – This legislation increases the income eligibility threshold for coverage under the Florida Kidcare program; enrollees under the program are based on a tiered system of uniform premiums and federal approval through a waiver or state plan amendment.
- Senate Bill 246 was reported favorable in the Senate Fiscal Policy Committee today.
Senate Bill 748 – My Safe Florida Home Program (Senator Boyd) – This legislation will expand eligibility requirements so more Floridians can protect their homes against storms and reduce premiums.
- Senate Bill 746 was reported favorable in the Senate Fiscal Policy Committee today.
Senate Bill 1158 – Department of Financial Services (Senator DiCeglie) – This legislation provides measures to allow for firefighters’ charitable donations by creating a Direct Support Organization (DSO) to support financial efforts to protect their communities and provide life-saving equipment and resources.
- Senate Bill 1158 was reported favorable in the Senate Fiscal Policy Committee today.
Senate Bill 7052 - Insurer Accountability (Banking and Insurance Committee) – This bill increases provisions of consumer protection and insurer accountability in Florida.
- Senate Bill 7052 was reported favorable in the Senate Fiscal Policy today.
Senate Bill 7054 - Central Bank Digital Currency (Banking and Insurance Committee) – This bill aims to amend Florida's Uniform Commercial Code to expressly prohibit the use of digital currencies controlled by a government central bank.
- Senate Bill 7054 was reported favorable in the Senate Fiscal Policy today.
To view CFO Patronis’ 2023 “Keep Florida Free” Legislative Priorities, click HERE.
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About the CFO
Florida
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Blaise Ingoglia serves as
the state’s top financial watchdog, a member of the Florida Cabinet, and the
head of the Florida Department of Financial Services. As CFO, he oversees
billions of dollars in state funds and is committed to protecting taxpayer
dollars, strengthening Florida’s fiscal health, and delivering essential
services that support the state’s excellent economy. As State Fire Marshal, CFO
Ingoglia also works every day to support Florida’s first responders as they
risk their lives to serve and protect communities across the state.