Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has now reportedly signed four new bills into law, marking the latest legislative updates from his office. These laws include significant changes to various sectors and will take effect on specific dates.
HB 513 mandates that clerks of court electronically submit certain court orders to local sheriff’s offices within six hours. This includes orders for involuntary examinations and risk protection orders. The law will take effect on July 1.
HB 655 expands the definition of property insurance to include pet insurance, addressing coverage for pet accidents and illnesses. It also establishes new regulations for pet insurance agents to prevent misrepresentation of wellness programs. This law is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
HB 1313 re-establishes the Resilient Florida Trust Fund, which supports state grant programs aimed at enhancing resilience to climate impacts. This law will also take effect on July 1.
SB 421 broadens the definition of “first responder” to encompass law enforcement agency support personnel, granting them access to peer support services and confidentiality protections similar to those enjoyed by other first responders. This law will take effect on July 1 as well.
In addition to these bills, several others await DeSantis’ signature, addressing issues from service of process to diabetes management in schools. Notably, HB 1195, known as “Gage’s Law,” would require hospitals to test for fentanyl in overdose cases, taking effect on July 1 if approved.
These legislative actions reflect DeSantis’ continued focus on enhancing public safety, healthcare, and environmental resilience in Florida.
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