Florida S1462 amends eligibility for temporary cash assistance by removing felony drug conviction barriers.

Florida S1462 modifies the eligibility criteria for temporary cash assistance by removing the prohibition against awarding benefits to individuals with a felony drug conviction for trafficking. It also eliminates specific requirements for those convicted of a drug felony to receive benefits. The bill ensures that benefits are not denied solely based on a felony drug conviction and mandates the Department of Children and Families to monitor continued eligibility through periodic reviews. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.

Florida S1462 amends eligibility for temporary cash assistance by removing felony drug conviction barriers.

Florida S1462 modifies the eligibility criteria for temporary cash assistance by removing the prohibition against awarding benefits to individuals with a felony drug conviction for trafficking. It also eliminates specific requirements for those convicted of a drug felony to receive benefits. The bill ensures that benefits are not denied solely based on a felony drug conviction and mandates the Department of Children and Families to monitor continued eligibility through periodic reviews. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.