This bill amends various sections of Florida law concerning health care and medical marijuana, emphasizing non-discrimination based on vaccination status and clarifying the definition of messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) vaccines. It reenacts provisions that prohibit discrimination by governmental and business entities regarding health care choices, and it prohibits mask and vaccination/testing mandates in educational institutions. The bill also repeals a previous law that would have eliminated the definition of mRNA vaccines, ensuring its continued recognition. Additionally, it revises patient rights in health care facilities, mandates that medical marijuana treatment centers report thefts and diversions, and updates licensure requirements for health care providers, including temporary certificates for physician assistants in critical need areas.

Furthermore, the bill introduces stringent regulations for medical marijuana treatment centers, including compliance with food safety standards and specific packaging and labeling requirements. It establishes security measures for these centers, such as operational alarm systems and video surveillance, and mandates reporting of any theft or loss of marijuana. The bill also expands eligibility for temporary certificates for physician assistants and establishes the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, which facilitates interstate practice of physical therapy. It creates a Physical Therapy Compact Commission to oversee the compact's administration and outlines a coordinated database for licensure and adverse actions among member states. Overall, the bill aims to enhance safety, compliance, and inclusivity within the medical marijuana and healthcare sectors in Florida.

Statutes affected:
S 1270 Filed: 381.988, 383.141, 385.203, 391.221, 397.333, 409.818, 413.271, 514.028, 468.701, 468.703, 468.705, 468.707, 468.709, 468.711, 468.713, 468.719, 468.723, 468.801, 468.802, 468.806, 468.808, 468.809, 468.811, 484.003, 484.004, 484.005, 484.006, 484.008, 484.009, 484.011, 484.012, 484.013, 484.017, 484.041, 484.042, 484.043, 484.044, 484.0445, 484.0447, 484.047, 484.0501, 484.059, 486.112, 20.43, 943.031, 943.042, 1004.6495
S 1270 c1: 381.988, 456.0145, 459.0076, 486.112, 766.1115
S 1270 c2: 381.988, 456.0145, 458.315, 459.0076, 486.112, 766.1115
S 1270 c3: 381.988, 456.0145, 458.315, 459.0076, 486.112, 766.1115