This bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to the Medical Examiners Commission and the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. Key changes include specifying that appointments or reappointments to the Medical Examiners Commission remain in force until the appointee resigns, is no longer qualified, or a new member is appointed by the Governor. The bill also shifts the authority to appoint district medical examiners from the Governor to the Medical Examiners Commission, which must now approve these appointments by a majority vote. Additionally, the commission is tasked with establishing training components related to various topics, including diabetic emergencies, autism spectrum disorder, and Alzheimer's disease, which will count towards the required continued employment training for law enforcement officers.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Criminal Justice Professionalism Program to provide staff support to the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, which must operate independently of any criminal justice agency. It also mandates that commission staff serve administrative complaints to certain licensed officers via certified mail and, if possible, by email. If proof of service is not provided, staff must take additional steps to ensure the licensee is notified. The bill aims to enhance the operational efficiency and independence of these commissions while ensuring that law enforcement personnel receive necessary training on critical health and safety issues. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 524 Filed: 406.06, 943.11, 943.1726, 943.17261, 943.1727, 943.17299