This bill amends section 111.09 of the Florida Statutes to expand the definition of "first responder" to include additional support personnel involved in peer support initiatives. Specifically, it adds support personnel as defined in section 943.10(11) who are engaged in investigating crime scenes or collecting and processing evidence. The bill also removes the mention of correctional probation officers from the previous definition.

The effective date for this amendment is set for July 1, 2025. This change aims to enhance the support network available to first responders by formally recognizing the role of support personnel in peer support programs.

Statutes affected:
S 86 Filed: 111.09
S 86 c1: 111.09