This bill amends several sections of the Florida Statutes related to clinical laboratory personnel, primarily by removing certain requirements and streamlining the licensure process. Notably, it deletes the Department of Health's obligation to conduct examinations for licensure and the requirement for the Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel to approve training curricula. Additionally, it repeals the section concerning the approval of laboratory personnel training programs. The bill also introduces provisions that allow applicants for licensure as technologists or technicians who meet specific federal criteria to be deemed to have satisfied the minimum qualifications for licensure.

Furthermore, the bill makes technical changes to conform existing provisions to these updates and clarifies the definitions and fees associated with the licensure process. It specifies that the board shall establish fees for applications and renewals, while also ensuring that these fees are adequate to support the board's operations. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 380 Filed: 483.809, 483.811, 483.800, 483.803