SB 1506 Summary

• Creates section 381.029, Florida Statutes, to establish a disability claim coordinator program within the Department of Health.

• Allows counties to request the department assign disability claim coordinators to their county health departments, with counties responsible for employment terms, duties, and compensation.

• Requires the Department of Health to certify disability claim coordinators meeting departmental qualifications and to complete initial and annual training covering state and federal disability benefit laws, eligibility requirements, and appeals processes.

• Assigns disability claim coordinators to interview clients, provide benefit eligibility information, review disability determinations, assist with appeals, and coordinate with state and federal disability benefit agencies.

• Takes effect July 1, 2021.