The bill aims to re-create the Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund within the Executive Office of the Governor and extends its scheduled termination date. Specifically, the fund, which was set to be terminated on February 17, 2026, will now continue until December 31, 2027. This extension is intended to ensure ongoing support for emergency preparedness and response initiatives in Florida.

In addition to the re-creation of the fund, the bill amends section 252.3711 of the Florida Statutes by removing the previous termination timeline and the requirement for a review before termination. The new legal language clarifies that the fund will remain active until the new termination date, thereby providing a more extended period for its operations and funding. The act will take effect immediately upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
S 7040 pb: 252.3711