Bill > H0149

This bill, named "Cody's Law: Florida No Vaccine-Injured Patient Left Behind," requires the Agency for Health Care Administration to expedite review and payment of claims for severe, debilitating, life-threatening, or lifelong injuries caused by recommended vaccines, immunizing agents, or emergency countermeasure drugs under the Medicaid and medically needy programs. The agency must publish on its website a comprehensive list of medical conditions and potential adverse reactions related to these vaccines and drugs, including any new medical conditions that arise and future treatments deemed appropriate. The agency is also required to inform website visitors about the bill's provisions to help healthcare providers better serve patients who have urgent medical needs resulting from vaccine or drug-related injuries. Additionally, the agency must seek federal approval if necessary and develop rules to implement these requirements. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to provide more transparent and rapid support for patients who experience serious adverse reactions to medical interventions.

Health and Social Services

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/149