Bill > H0415

This bill modifies liability and insurance requirements for community-based care lead agencies and their subcontractors in Florida's foster care system. The legislation reduces the maximum liability limits for net economic damages from $2 million to $1 million per liability claim and $200,000 per automobile claim. It also caps the total liability for lead agencies and subcontractors at $1.5 million for claims arising from the same incident or occurrence. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision limiting attorney fees to 25 percent of any judgment or settlement. The changes aim to provide financial protection for lead agencies and subcontractors providing foster care and related services by reducing their potential financial exposure in tort actions. These agencies are still required to maintain liability insurance, with minimum coverage of $500,000 per occurrence and a $1 million policy period aggregate limit. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, offering these organizations clearer guidelines and potentially lower financial risk when providing critical child welfare services.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/415