The bill amends section 1004.4352 of the Florida Statutes to establish a Parkinson's Disease Research Board, which will oversee the creation and maintenance of a statewide Parkinson's disease registry. The board will consist of members appointed by the presidents of participating universities and academic medical centers, as well as one member each appointed by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. The bill defines "health care provider" and outlines the board's responsibilities, including contracting with a private entity to manage the registry, which will collect and report data on nationally recognized Parkinson's disease performance measures.

Additionally, the bill provides limited liability protections for health care providers who report information to the registry, ensuring they cannot be held liable for damages related to the information provided. The registry aims to improve the Parkinson's disease care system, ensure compliance with established standards, and monitor patient outcomes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 1443 Filed: 1004.4352