Committee advances bill to screen staff and review waiver support coordination CS for SB 794 was reported favorably after sponsors and families urged background screenings for residential and day program staff and a systematic review of waiver support coordination, workforce and geographic access; an amendment aligning with the House companion was adopted.

A new bill in Florida is set to enhance oversight for services supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, requiring background checks for staff and a comprehensive review of support coordination by 2027.

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