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 CFO Jimmy Patronis 
Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is a statewide elected official and a member of Florida’s Cabinet who oversees the Department of Financial Services. CFO Patronis works each day to fight insurance fraud, support Florida’s firefighters, and ensure the state’s finances are stable to support economic growth in the state. Follow the activities of the Department on Facebook (FLDFS) and X (@FLDFS).