Bill > H1191

This bill has several key provisions: 1. It requires the Department of Veterans' Affairs to contract with individuals, non-profit corporations, state universities, or Florida College System institutions to provide alternative treatments, such as therapeutic services not part of the standard of care, for veterans with traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder. These alternative treatments must be provided under the direction of licensed professionals. 2. It allows the Florida Supreme Court to admit the spouse of a servicemember stationed in the state to the Florida Bar, provided they meet certain requirements like holding a law degree and being licensed in another jurisdiction. 3. It requires the Department of Education to expedite the processing of educator certification applications submitted by spouses of servicemembers stationed in the state, and to issue statements of eligibility for these applicants within 60 days even if they don't meet all the requirements for a certificate. 4. It expresses the legislature's intent for the State Board of Education and Board of Governors to work together to help veterans continue their education by aligning degree programs with military training, appointing faculty liaisons, and providing support services and priority registration.

Military Affairs and Security

http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/1191