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FL H1105

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/16/2023

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Rapid DNA Grant Program within the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (s. 943.324, F.S.) to award grants to county jails and sheriffs' offices for processing and expediting DNA samples in support of the statewide DNA database.
  • Requires the department to annually award appropriated grant funds to cover expenses related to purchasing DNA testing machines and other necessary supplies.
  • Limits total grant awards to the amount specifically appropriated by the legislature for the program; grants must be provided to county jails or sheriffs' offices if funds are appropriated.
  • Authorizes the department to establish criteria and set specific time periods for accepting applications and selecting grant recipients.
  • Effective date is July 1, 2023.

Legislative Description

Rapid DNA Grant Program

Last Action

Chapter No. 2023-234

6/16/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/27/2023
Justice Appropriations Subcommittee3/21/2023
Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/28/2023

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