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FL S1800
Bill
Status
Failed
4/30/2010
Primary Sponsor
Frederica Wilson
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AI Summary
- Creates section 945.351 of Florida Statutes requiring the Department of Corrections to perform HIV tests on inmates within 14 days of entering prison if their HIV status is unknown
- Exempts inmates already known to be HIV positive or tested within the previous year from retesting unless they request it
- Requires the Department of Corrections to record all HIV test results in inmates' medical records
- Mandates that HIV-positive inmates participate in education programs covering HIV transmission prevention and the importance of followup care and treatment
- Provides immunity from liability for the state, its agencies, subdivisions, and employees for deaths or personal injuries resulting from compliance with this act
Legislative Description
HIV Testing in the State Correctional System [SPSC]
Last Action
Died in Committee on Criminal Justice
4/30/2010
Committee Referrals
Criminal Justice2/17/2010
Full Bill Text
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