FL H0923

Amends s. 397.407, F.S. to require level 2 background screening for officers, directors, managing members, and individuals with operational control when 5% or more of a licensee's controlling interest is transferred

Existing licensed service providers adding levels of care or new locations may skip admitting individuals during the 90-day probationary license period if they have no outstanding violations under s. 397.411 and no department actions against their license in the prior 12 months

Repeals the January 1, 2025 requirement that certified recovery residences accept residents who have been prescribed federally approved medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders

Licensed service providers must notify the Department of Children and Families and provide documentation at least 30 days before relocating any service sites

Effective date: July 1, 2026