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FL S2516
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Section 440.44, Florida Statutes, governing the staff organization of the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims within Florida's workers' compensation system
- Removes the statutory requirement that the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims maintain 17 district offices, 31 judges of compensation claims, and 31 mediators as they existed on June 30, 2001
- Retains the requirement that the department, agency, and Deputy Chief Judge maintain an office in Tallahassee open during reasonable business hours for official records and transaction of business
- Preserves the authority for judges of compensation claims and the Deputy Chief Judge to hold sessions and conduct hearings at any location within the state
- Takes effect immediately upon becoming law (enrolled during the 2022 legislative session)
Legislative Description
Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims
Last Action
Chapter No. 2022-152
6/3/2022
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