Bill > S0984

This bill amends Florida Statute 112.1816 to ensure that death benefits are provided to the beneficiaries of firefighters who die from cancer or related treatment complications, even if the firefighter is no longer employed by their former employer. Specifically, the bill mandates that a former employer must continue to provide these death benefits for one year after the firefighter leaves their service, provided the firefighter met the necessary criteria for these benefits at the time of their departure and did not work as a firefighter afterward. The Legislature has declared this act to be of important state interest, and it is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Appropriations (Senate), Governmental Oversight and Accountability (Senate)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/984