The bill amends various sections of the Florida Statutes to enhance the management and efficiency of financial operations within the state, particularly concerning the Department of Financial Services and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Key changes include a shift in the CFO's reporting structure from the "Florida Accounting Information Resource Subsystem" to the "Financial Management Information System," and the establishment of a standard monthly pay period for state employees, eliminating semimonthly salary payments. The bill also introduces provisions for the replacement of lost or destroyed warrants, ensuring their validity, and mandates the CFO to adopt specific rules regarding deferred compensation plans, including options for pretax and after-tax contributions.

Additionally, the bill addresses licensure requirements in the funeral industry, introducing disqualification criteria based on criminal history and allowing for licensure by endorsement for applicants with relevant experience from other states. It also establishes the Florida Firefighter Recruitment Bonus Payment Program, offering a one-time bonus for newly employed firefighters, and modifies regulations related to fire safety inspections and insurance practices. Overall, the bill aims to streamline processes, enhance accountability, and improve the clarity of financial management and regulatory practices across various sectors in Florida.

Statutes affected:
S 1522 Filed: 17.11, 17.13, 110.113, 215.89, 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, 626.731, 626.785, 626.831, 626.8417, 626.8473, 626.9541, 627.70151, 634.3077, 634.406, 648.33, 791.013, 1001.281, 1001.282