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FL S1992

Bill

Status

Failed

4/30/2021

Primary Sponsor

Gayle Harrell

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates section 501.2106 establishing that submitting or sponsoring nonmedical solicitations containing drugs or devices without required disclosures constitutes a deceptive and unfair trade practice.

  • Requires nonmedical solicitations to clearly disclose "This is a paid advertisement for nonmedical services" at the outset and identify the sponsor and service provider.

  • Prohibits nonmedical solicitations from using terms like "medical alert" or "health alert," displaying government logos implying sponsorship, or falsely claiming product recalls.

  • Requires advertisements soliciting clients for prescription drug injuries to include warnings against stopping medications without doctor consultation and to disclose that FDA-approved drugs remain approved unless recalled.

  • Creates section 877.025 effective October 1, 2021, prohibiting unauthorized use or disclosure of protected health information to solicit professional services, with criminal penalties of up to a first-degree misdemeanor or second-degree felony (up to 10 years imprisonment and $10,000-$250,000 fine) for violations involving financial gain.

Legislative Description

Solicitation of Nonmedical Services

Last Action

Died in Judiciary

4/30/2021

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/23/2021
Commerce And Tourism3/4/2021

Full Bill Text

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