HB 7099 Summary

• Department of Economic Opportunity shall establish the Florida Unique Abilities Partner program to designate business entities demonstrating commitment to employment and support for individuals with disabilities.

• Business entities may qualify by employing at least one individual with a disability for 9+ months or by contributing at least $1,000 (businesses with 100 or fewer employees) or $5,000 (larger businesses) to disability organizations or programs.

• Designated businesses must certify continued eligibility annually or lose their designation; they may voluntarily discontinue participation at any time.

• Department must develop a logo for designated partners, maintain a public website listing qualified businesses by county, and provide quarterly lists to the Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation.

• Department shall identify employment opportunities posted by designated partners on the workforce information system and submit a status report to the Legislature by January 1, 2016; act effective July 1, 2015.