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FL H0629
Bill
Status
Failed
5/5/2023
Primary Sponsor
Michelle Salzman
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AI Summary
- Creates the "Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys and Okeechobee School Abuse Victim Certification Act," establishing a formal certification process for individuals who were confined at either school between 1940 and 1975 and subjected to mental, physical, or sexual abuse by school personnel
- Requires victims or their estates, personal representatives, next of kin, or lineal descendants to submit applications to the Department of State by September 1, 2023, including a sworn affidavit, documentation of confinement, and photo identification
- Requires the Department of State to review applications within 30 calendar days, allow 15 days for applicants to correct errors, process completed applications within 90 calendar days, and notify applicants of determinations within 5 business days
- Requires the Department of State to submit a complete list of all certified victims to the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House by December 31, 2023
- Provides exceptions to standard crime victim compensation eligibility requirements under Chapter 960, Florida Statutes, allowing certified reform school abuse victims or intervenors to file compensation claims within 1 year after the act's effective date, including claims based on mental injuries verified by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist
Legislative Description
Victims of Reform School Abuse
Last Action
Died in Judiciary Committee
5/5/2023
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/14/2023
Full Bill Text
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