FL S0440

Creates the Florida Veterans Care program within the Department of Veterans' Affairs to provide veterans and their families with alternatives to the federal veterans' health care system.

Authorizes the Department of Veterans' Affairs, Agency for Health Care Administration, and Department of Children and Families to jointly negotiate with federal agencies for waivers, state plan amendments, or other federal authorizations to obtain federal funding for the program.

Program may include medical, behavioral health, or long-term care services as negotiated with federal agencies.

Restricts program to veterans deemed eligible by the federal Veterans Health Administration or U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs who voluntarily enroll, and prohibits use of state funds for services or administration.

Requires prior legislative approval before the department may implement the program; takes effect July 1, 2018.