Florida S0020 appropriates funds to compensate H.H. for injuries due to Department of Children and Families negligence.

Florida S0020 provides $14,926,639.56 from the General Revenue Fund to compensate H.H. for injuries and damages caused by the Department of Children and Families' negligence. The bill outlines the department's failure to thoroughly investigate child abuse reports, resulting in H.H. suffering catastrophic and permanent injuries. The funds are intended to cover H.H.'s medical expenses, therapies, and supportive care. The act also waives government liens, including Medicaid liens, and limits attorney fees to 25% of the total award.

Florida S0020 appropriates funds to compensate H.H. for injuries due to Department of Children and Families negligence.

Florida S0020 provides $14,926,639.56 from the General Revenue Fund to compensate H.H. for injuries and damages caused by the Department of Children and Families' negligence. The bill outlines the department's failure to thoroughly investigate child abuse reports, resulting in H.H. suffering catastrophic and permanent injuries. The funds are intended to cover H.H.'s medical expenses, therapies, and supportive care. The act also waives government liens, including Medicaid liens, and limits attorney fees to 25% of the total award.