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FL H0409
Bill
Status
Failed
3/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Children, Families & Seniors Subcommittee
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AI Summary
- Temporary cash assistance benefits may not be denied to an individual solely based on a drug trafficking conviction under s. 893.135 if the Department of Children and Families determines that the individual is a victim of human trafficking, as defined in s. 943.0583(1).
- Existing law already prohibits denying benefits solely based on a felony drug conviction, except for drug trafficking convictions; this bill creates an exception to that trafficking exclusion for verified human trafficking victims.
- Individuals convicted of a drug felony must still satisfactorily meet all requirements of the temporary cash assistance program, including substance abuse treatment requirements, to remain eligible.
- Amends section 414.095, Florida Statutes, governing eligibility determinations for temporary cash assistance.
- Effective date is July 1, 2024.
Legislative Description
Temporary Cash Assistance Eligibility
Last Action
Died in Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee1/31/2024
Children, Families and Seniors Subcommittee11/22/2023
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