Bill > H1175

This bill mandates that by January 1, 2027, the Florida Building Commission and the State Fire Marshal must establish new safety design standards for office surgery suites, which are defined as the part of a doctor's office where surgery takes place. These standards will be incorporated into the Florida Building Code and the Florida Fire Prevention Code, respectively, and will provide an alternative to existing safety requirements for healthcare facilities. The new rules will specifically address office surgery suites that can simultaneously treat up to six outpatient patients who may be unable to protect themselves in an emergency due to anesthesia or the nature of their medical condition, requiring assistance from others. The bill also specifies an effective date of July 1, 2026.

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee (House)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1175