House Bill 1281 proposes a series of amendments to Florida statutes that primarily focus on the responsibilities of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and various regulatory frameworks. The bill updates the terminology used in state financial management by replacing references to the "Florida Accounting Information Resource Subsystem" with the "Financial Management Subsystem." It also mandates the CFO to replace lost or destroyed warrants issued to payees, ensuring that these replacements hold the same validity as the originals. Additionally, the bill modifies the pay period for state employees to a monthly basis and introduces new rules for deferred compensation plans, allowing for both pretax and after-tax contributions. Other provisions include the establishment of a Florida Firefighter Recruitment Bonus Payment Program and the authorization for advance payments for prepaid multiyear software licenses.

In the realm of workers' compensation, the bill aims to streamline processes by closing the Special Disability Trust Fund by July 1, 2025, and modifying the timeline for health care providers to contest payment disallowances. It also introduces new licensure requirements for embalmers and funeral directors, including proof of age and educational qualifications, and updates regulations for direct disposal establishments and boiler safety. Furthermore, the bill enhances consumer protection in insurance regulations by requiring applicants to submit certifications of good standing and modifying grounds for license denial. Overall, House Bill 1281 seeks to improve accountability, efficiency, and safety across various sectors within Florida's financial and regulatory landscape.

Statutes affected:
H 1281 Filed: 17.11, 17.13, 110.113, 215.89, 215.93, 215.985, 216.141, 440.38, 440.107, 497.376, 497.380, 497.386, 497.604, 554.108, 554.114, 554.115, 624.307, 624.317, 626.171, 626.2815, 626.292, 626.611, 626.731, 626.785, 626.831, 626.8417, 626.8473, 626.927, 626.9541, 627.70151, 634.3077, 634.406, 648.33, 791.013, 1001.281, 1001.282