CFO Patronis Legislative Update for March 21, 2023

House Bill 487 – Department of Financial Services (Representative Salzman) – 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.

• House Bill 487 was reported favorable in the House Insurance and Banking Subcommittee today.

House Bill 1185 – Consumer Protection (Representative Giallombardo) – This legislation will require important disclosures at the time of sale to ensure consumers know what they are buying and how it can impact their property insurance costs and will also further protect insurance consumers by improving communication with public adjusters through contract requirements and ensuring the financial motives of public adjusters are in-line with the consumer in their weakest moments.

• House Bill 1185 was reported favorable in the House Insurance and Banking Subcommittee today.

House Bill 881 – Fortifying Florida Homes (Representative LaMarca) – This legislation will expand eligibility requirements so more Floridians can protect their homes against storms and reduce premiums.

• House Bill 881 was reported favorable in the House State Administration and Technology Appropriations Subcommittee 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).