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FL S1050

FL S1050
Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Plan


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Introduced
11/29/2021
In Committee
12/13/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibiting the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association from holding itself out as such; requiring the plan to provide specified additional annual payments to parents or legal guardians of children covered under the plan; requiring that awards include specified payments for legal costs associated with establishing a guardianship for a child under the plan who is 18 years of age or older; requiring the plan to make certain retroactive payments to eligible parents or guardians, etc.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Plan to provide several new benefits and requirements. It prohibits the plan from holding itself out as the payor of last resort, requires the plan to make additional annual payments to parents or guardians, and mandates that awards include payments for legal costs associated with establishing a guardianship for a child over 18 under the plan. The bill also requires retroactive payments to eligible parents or guardians, increases the maximum award amount, and makes other changes to the plan's administration and benefits. The amendments are intended to provide more comprehensive coverage and support for children with birth-related neurological injuries and their families.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in Banking and Insurance (on 03/14/2022)

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