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Introduced
01/13/2020
01/13/2020
In Committee
02/07/2020
02/07/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2020
03/14/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to limitation of actions against 2 crisis shelters; providing a short title; creating s. 3 95.39, F.S.; defining terms; limiting civil liability 4 for nonprofit organizations operating crisis shelters 5 for certain persons; providing construction; providing 6 an effective date. 7
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Florida Crisis Shelter Protection Act," aims to limit the civil liability of nonprofit organizations operating crisis shelters that provide temporary housing or support services to program participants without remuneration. The key provisions define terms such as "crisis shelter," "nonprofit organization," and "support services," and grant these organizations immunity from liability for acts or omissions related to the provision of temporary housing or support services, referrals to third-party providers, and the actions of program participants or other third parties. The bill also clarifies that it does not supersede any licensing requirements for social workers, marriage and family therapists, or mental health counselors.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Other Sponsors (1)
Civil Justice Subcommittee (House)
Last Action
Died in Health and Human Services Committee (on 03/14/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1397 |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1397/BillText/c1/PDF |
| House Committee Amendment #557091 | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1397/Amendment/557091/PDF |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1397/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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