FL S7008

Abrogates the scheduled October 1, 2017 repeal of section 292.055, Florida Statutes, making permanent the provisions governing a direct-support organization established by the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Authorizes the Department of Veterans' Affairs to establish a non-profit direct-support organization to solicit funds, grants, gifts, and bequests for the benefit of the department, Florida veterans, and congressionally chartered veteran service organizations.

Requires the direct-support organization to be governed by a board of at least five members appointed by the department's executive director, with a majority being veterans and all being state residents.

Mandates the organization operate under a written contract with the department, including annual certification of compliance, annual financial audits, and disclosure of material contract terms to donors.

Permits the Department of Veterans' Affairs to authorize use of its property, facilities, and personal services by the direct-support organization subject to conditions including equal employment opportunity requirements.