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FL S0778

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Corey Simon

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "forensic client" or "client" under Florida law to include defendants committed under s. 916.303(3), in addition to those already covered under s. 916.13, s. 916.15, and s. 916.302

  • Reenacts s. 402.164(2)(b), F.S., to incorporate the amended definition, ensuring consistency across statutes referencing forensic clients

  • The change affects defendants receiving forensic services through the Department of Children and Families or the Agency for Persons with Disabilities

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Forensic Services for Certain Defendants

Last Action

Laid on Table, refer to HB 569

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Fiscal Policy2/12/2026
Appropriations Subcommittee on Health and Human Services1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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