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FL S1594

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Don Gaetz

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Department of Children and Families, Department of Health, or Agency for Persons with Disabilities to access U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefit payments held in combined accounts for minor clients
  • Funds may be accessed specifically for postsecondary education services, support, and aftercare services under Florida statute 409.1451
  • Access to these VA benefit payments is permitted when a minor client turns 18 years of age, or 23 years of age if the individual is enrolled in school
  • Prohibits the departments from using the accessed VA benefits to supplant (replace) financial assistance already provided under the state's postsecondary education services and support program
  • Effective date is July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Veteran Benefit Payments to Minor Clients

Last Action

In Messages

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Fiscal Policy2/11/2026
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security1/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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