This bill amends Florida law to improve services for individuals with developmental disabilities by enhancing transparency, accessibility, and coordination. Key provisions include the requirement for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities to provide clients with a comprehensive list of qualified organizations within five days of enrollment and to post quarterly reconciliation reports on its website. The bill also mandates that online applications for services include a crisis enrollment option and requires the agency's active participation in transition planning for eligible individuals. Additionally, it establishes a Statewide Family Care Council to facilitate communication between local councils and the agency, with responsibilities such as reviewing annual reports and advising on policy improvements.

Significant changes are proposed for local family care councils, including a requirement for councils to consist of 10 to 15 members, with at least three being current or waiting service recipients. The bill specifies that agency employees are ineligible to serve on these councils and introduces a family-led nominating committee for council vacancies. It also outlines the implementation of a pilot program for developmental disabilities services, emphasizing voluntary enrollment and comprehensive service coverage. Furthermore, the bill revises the Medicaid long-term care managed care program by broadening the definition of covered services and establishing provider qualifications. The Agency for Persons with Disabilities is tasked with monitoring the pilot program and conducting a study to evaluate funding algorithms, with findings due by November 15, 2025, and the act set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1050 Filed: 20.197, 20.1971, 393.062, 393.502, 90.6063, 110.112, 215.311, 257.04, 320.0848, 394.75, 402.56, 409.9855, 410.604, 413.0111, 413.033, 413.035, 413.091, 413.092, 413.201, 413.203, 413.402, 413.445, 413.801, 427.012, 943.0585, 943.059, 1002.394, 1004.6495, 1012.582
S 1050 c1: 393.0662, 393.502
S 1050 c2: 409.972