The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to clinical laboratory personnel, primarily by removing certain requirements and repealing existing provisions. Specifically, it eliminates the Department of Health's obligation to conduct examinations for licensure and to register clinical laboratory trainees, as well as the Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel's role in approving training curricula. Additionally, the bill repeals Section 483.811, which pertains to the approval of laboratory personnel training programs.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions that allow applicants for licensure as technologists or technicians who meet specific federal criteria to be deemed qualified for licensure without additional requirements. It also makes technical changes to conform with these updates and establishes that the Board will set fees for various applications and renewals. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 115 Filed: 483.809, 483.811, 483.800, 483.803