Florida H6507 provides $3.8 million to L.E. for injuries due to Department of Children and Families negligence.

Florida H6507 addresses the case of L.E., a child who suffered severe injuries due to the negligence of the Department of Children and Families. The bill appropriates $3.8 million from the General Revenue Fund to compensate L.E. for injuries and damages. The Chief Financial Officer is directed to pay this amount to an irrevocable trust for L.E. The bill also limits the compensation to cover all claims against the department arising from this situation. The act takes effect upon becoming law.

Florida H6507 provides $3.8 million to L.E. for injuries due to Department of Children and Families negligence.

Florida H6507 addresses the case of L.E., a child who suffered severe injuries due to the negligence of the Department of Children and Families. The bill appropriates $3.8 million from the General Revenue Fund to compensate L.E. for injuries and damages. The Chief Financial Officer is directed to pay this amount to an irrevocable trust for L.E. The bill also limits the compensation to cover all claims against the department arising from this situation. The act takes effect upon becoming law.