The bill amends section 112.1815 of the Florida Statutes to include 911 public safety telecommunicators in the definition of first responders, alongside firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers. It defines "911 public safety telecommunicator" and specifies that the same medical benefits for mental or nervous injuries that apply to first responders will also apply to these telecommunicators. The bill emphasizes that mental or nervous injuries must be demonstrated by clear and convincing evidence, and outlines the conditions under which benefits can be claimed, particularly in relation to physical injuries.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that benefits for 911 public safety telecommunicators will not be subject to limitations on temporary benefits, similar to the provisions already in place for first responders. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2026.