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Fla. Stat. § 462.09 — Florida Code / Title XXXII / Chapter 462 / Section 462.09
462.09 Disposition of fees.
Status: in_force

All fees received under this chapter shall be deposited into the Medical Quality Assurance Trust Fund. The Legislature shall appropriate funds from this trust fund sufficient to carry out the provisions of this chapter. The department shall prepare and submit a proposed budget in accordance with law.

History: s. 10, ch. 12286, 1927; CGL 3478; s. 96, ch. 26869, 1951; s. 12, ch. 28215, 1953; s. 7, ch. 61-514; s. 3, ch. 76-168; s. 1, ch. 77-457; s. 3, ch. 78-139; s. 2, ch. 81-318; ss. 4, 12, 13, ch. 85-303; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 120, ch. 2000-153.
Fla. Stat. § 625.81 — Florida Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 625 / Part IV / Section 625.81
625.81 Equity securities of certain domestic stock insurer exempted.
Status: in_force

The provisions of ss. 625.75-625.77 do not apply to equity securities of a domestic stock insurer if:

(1) Such securities are registered, or are required to be registered, pursuant to s. 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or

(2) Such domestic stock insurer does not have any class of its equity securities held of record by 100 or more persons on the last business day of the year next preceding the year in which equity securities of the insurer would be subject to the provisions of ss. 625.75-625.77 except for the provisions of this subsection.

History: s. 1, ch. 65-18; s. 3, ch. 76-168; s. 1, ch. 77-457; ss. 2, 3, ch. 81-318; ss. 143, 809(1st), ch. 82-243; ss. 187, 188, ch. 91-108; s. 4, ch. 91-429.
Fla. Stat. § 1011.24 — Florida Code / Title XLVIII / Chapter 1011 / Part I / Section 1011.24
1011.24 Special district units.
Status: in_force

For the purposes of funding through this chapter and chapter 1013, lab schools shall be designated as special school districts. Such districts shall be accountable to the Department of Education for budget requests and reports on expenditures.

History: s. 627, ch. 2002-387; s. 65, ch. 2004-41.
Fla. Stat. § 403.528 — Florida Code / Title XXIX / Chapter 403 / Part II / Section 403.528
403.528 Alteration of time limits.
Status: in_force

(1) Any time limitation in this act may be altered by the administrative law judge upon stipulation between the department and the applicant unless objected to by any party within 5 days after notice or for good cause shown by any party.

(2) A comprehensive application encompassing more than one proposed transmission line may be good cause for alteration of time limits.

History: s. 1, ch. 80-65; s. 11, ch. 83-222; s. 153, ch. 96-410; s. 58, ch. 2006-230; s. 85, ch. 2007-5.
Fla. Stat. § 409.914 — Florida Code / Title XXX / Chapter 409 / Part III / Section 409.914
409.914 Assistance for the uninsured.
Status: in_force

(1) The agency shall use the claims payment systems, utilization control systems, cost control systems, case management systems, and other systems and controls that it has developed for the management and control of the Medicaid program to assist other agencies and entities, if appropriate, in paying claims and performing other activities necessary for the conduct of programs of state government, or for working with other public and private agencies to solve problems of lack of insurance, underinsurance, or uninsurability. When conducting these services, the agency shall ensure: (a) That full payment is received for services provided. (b) That costs of providing these services are clearly segregated from costs necessary for the conduct of the Medicaid program. (c) That the program conducted serves the interests of the state in ensuring that effective and quality health care at a reasonable cost is provided to the citizens of the state.

(2)(a) The agency shall seek federal statutory or regulatory reforms to establish a Medicaid buy-in program to provide medical assistance to persons ineligible for Medicaid because of current income and categorical restrictions. The agency shall use funds provided by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to assist in developing the buy-in program, including, but not limited to, the determination of eligibility and service coverages; cost-sharing requirements; managed care provisions; changes needed to the Medicaid program’s claims processing, utilization control, cost control, case management, and provider enrollment systems to operate a buy-in program. (b) The agency shall seek federal authorization and financial support for a buy-in program that provides federally supported medical assistance coverage for persons with incomes up to 250 percent of the federal poverty level. The agency shall not implement the Medicaid buy-in program until it has received necessary federal authorization and financial participation and state appropriations.

History: s. 45, ch. 91-282; s. 52, ch. 93-129; s. 189, ch. 99-8.
Fla. Stat. § 624.231 — Florida Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 624 / Part I / Section 624.231
624.231 Disclosure and fees for production of records.
Status: in_force

If the department or office determines that any portion of a record that is requested by a person is exempt pursuant to chapter 119, the insurance code, or chapter 641, the department or office shall disclose to the person in writing that the requested record will be provided in a redacted format and that there will be additional fees charged for staff time associated with researching and redacting the exempt portion of the record. Before the department or office provides the record, the person must affirm his or her request to receive the record.

History: s. 4, ch. 2009-70.
Fla. Stat. § 193.062 — Florida Code / Title XIV / Chapter 193 / Part I / Section 193.062
193.062 Dates for filing returns.
Status: in_force

All returns shall be filed according to the following schedule:

(1) Tangible personal property — April 1.

(2) Real property — when required by specific provision of general law.

(3) Railroad, railroad terminal, private car and freight line and equipment company property — April 1.

(4) All other returns and applications not otherwise specified by specific provision of general law — April 1.

History: s. 12, ch. 70-243; s. 45, ch. 77-104; s. 8, ch. 79-334; s. 9, ch. 81-308.
Fla. Stat. § 569.004 — Florida Code / Title XXXIV / Chapter 569 / Part I / Section 569.004
569.004 Consent to inspection and search without warrant.
Status: in_force

An applicant for a permit, by accepting the permit when issued, agrees that the place or premises covered by the permit is subject to inspection and search without a search warrant by the division or its authorized assistants, and by sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, or police officers, to determine compliance with this chapter, including part II of this chapter if the applicant deals, at retail, in nicotine products within the state or allows a nicotine products vending machine to be located on its premises within the state.

History: s. 4, ch. 92-285; s. 8, ch. 97-162; s. 9, ch. 2021-14.
Fla. Stat. § 620.2109 — Florida Code / Title XXXVI / Chapter 620 / Part I / Section 620.2109
620.2109 Effect of merger.
Status: in_force

(1) When a merger becomes effective: (a) The surviving organization continues. (b) Each constituent organization that merges into the surviving organization ceases to exist as a separate entity. (c) All property owned by each constituent organization that ceases to exist vests in the surviving organization. (d) All debts, liabilities, and other obligations of each constituent organization that ceases to exist continue as obligations of the surviving organization. (e) An action or proceeding pending by or against any constituent organization that ceases to exist may be continued as if the merger had not occurred. (f) Except as prohibited by other law, all of the rights, privileges, immunities, powers, and purposes of each constituent organization that ceases to exist vest in the surviving organization. (g) Except as otherwise provided in the plan of merger, the terms and conditions of the plan of merger take effect. (h) Except as otherwise agreed, if a constituent limited partnership ceases to exist, the merger does not dissolve the limited partnership for the purposes of ss. 620.1801-620.1813. (i) Any amendments provided for in the certificate of merger for the organizational document that created the organization become effective.

(2) A surviving organization that is a foreign organization consents to the jurisdiction of the courts of this state to enforce any obligation owed by a constituent organization, if before the merger the constituent organization was subject to suit in this state on the obligation. A surviving organization that is a foreign organization and not authorized to transact business in this state shall appoint the Secretary of State as its agent for service of process for the purposes of enforcing an obligation under this subsection and any appraisal rights of limited partners under ss. 620.2113-620.2124 to the extent applicable to the merger. Service on the Secretary of State under this subsection is made in the same manner and with the same consequences as in ss. 48.161 and 620.1117.

(3) A copy of the certificate of merger, certified by the Department of State, may be filed in any county of this state in which a constituent organization holds an interest in real property.

History: s. 17, ch. 2005-267; s. 33, ch. 2022-190.
Fla. Stat. § 250.47 — Florida Code / Title XVII / Chapter 250 / Part I / Section 250.47
250.47 Governor’s permission for unit to leave state.
Status: in_force

A unit of the Florida National Guard may not leave the state without permission of the Governor.

History: s. 24, ch. 8502, 1921; CGL 2036; s. 1, ch. 25112, 1949; s. 43, ch. 2003-68.
Fla. Stat. § 44.401 — Florida Code / Title V / Chapter 44 / Section 44.401
44.401 Mediation Confidentiality and Privilege Act.
Status: in_force

Sections 44.401-44.406 may be known by the popular name the “Mediation Confidentiality and Privilege Act.”

History: s. 4, ch. 2004-291.
Fla. Stat. § 537.016 — Florida Code / Title XXXIII / Chapter 537 / Section 537.016
537.016 Subpoenas; enforcement actions; rules.
Status: in_force

(1) The office may issue and serve subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents, papers, books, records, and other evidence before the office in any matter pertaining to this act. The office may administer oaths and affirmations to any person whose testimony is required. If any person refuses to testify; produce books, records, and documents; or otherwise refuses to obey a subpoena issued under this section, the office may enforce the subpoena in the same manner as subpoenas issued under the Administrative Procedure Act are enforced. Witnesses are entitled to the same fees and mileage as they are entitled to by law for attending as witnesses in the circuit court, unless such examination or investigation is held at the place of business or residence of the witness.

(2) In addition to any other powers conferred upon the office to enforce or administer this act, the office may: (a) Bring an action in any court of competent jurisdiction to enforce or administer this act, any rule or order adopted under this act, or any written agreement entered into with the office. In such action, the office may seek any relief at law or equity, including a temporary or permanent injunction, appointment of a receiver or administrator, or an order of restitution. (b) Issue and serve upon a person an order requiring such person to cease and desist and take corrective action whenever the office finds that such person is violating, has violated, or is about to violate any provision of this act, any rule or order adopted under this act, or any written agreement entered into with the office. (c) Whenever the office finds that conduct described in paragraph (b) presents an immediate danger to the public health, safety, or welfare requiring an immediate final order, the office may issue an emergency cease and desist order reciting with particularity the facts underlying such findings. The emergency cease and desist order is effective immediately upon service of a copy of the order on the respondent named in the order and shall remain effective for 90 days. If the office begins nonemergency proceedings under paragraph (b), the emergency cease and desist order remains effective until the conclusion of the proceedings under ss. 120.569 and 120.57.

(3) The commission may adopt rules to administer this act.

History: s. 15, ch. 2000-138; s. 648, ch. 2003-261.
Fla. Stat. § 663.064 — Florida Code / Title XXXVIII / Chapter 663 / Part I / Section 663.064
663.064 International branches; permissible activities; requirements.
Status: in_force

(1) An international banking corporation that meets the requirements of ss. 658.26, 663.04, and 663.05 may, with the approval of the office, establish one or more branches in this state. The operations of an international branch shall be conducted pursuant to requirements determined by the office as necessary to ensure compliance with the provisions of the financial institutions codes, including requirements for the maintenance of accounts and records separate from those of the international banking corporation of which it is a branch.

(2) An international branch has the same rights and privileges as a federally licensed international branch. The permissible deposits of an international branch must be determined in accordance with rules adopted by the commission. In adopting such rules, the commission shall consider the similar deposit-taking authority of a federally licensed international branch and the need to provide reasonably consistent regulatory requirements for international banking corporations doing business in this state.

(3) An international branch licensed by the office may engage in any activity permissible for an international bank agency, international administrative office, or international representative office.

History: s. 160, ch. 92-303; s. 1821, ch. 2003-261; s. 11, ch. 2010-9; s. 15, ch. 2017-83.
Fla. Stat. § 106.1435 — Florida Code / Title IX / Chapter 106 / Section 106.1435
106.1435 Usage and removal of political campaign advertisements.
Status: in_force

(1) Each candidate, whether for a federal, state, county, or district office, shall make a good faith effort to remove all of his or her political campaign advertisements within 30 days after: (a) Withdrawal of his or her candidacy; (b) Having been eliminated as a candidate; or (c) Being elected to office. However, a candidate is not expected to remove those political campaign advertisements which are in the form of signs used by an outdoor advertising business as provided in chapter 479. The provisions herein do not apply to political campaign advertisements placed on motor vehicles or to campaign messages designed to be worn by persons.

(2) If political campaign advertisements are not removed within the specified period, the political subdivision or governmental entity has the authority to remove such advertisements and may charge the candidate the actual cost for such removal. Funds collected for removing such advertisements shall be deposited to the general revenue of the political subdivision.

(3) Pursuant to chapter 479, no political campaign advertisements shall be erected, posted, painted, tacked, nailed, or otherwise displayed, placed, or located on or above any state or county road right-of-way.

(4) The officer before whom a candidate qualifies for office shall notify the candidate, in writing, of the provisions in this section.

(5) This provision does not preclude municipalities from imposing additional or more stringent requirements on the usage and removal of political campaign advertisements.

History: s. 1, ch. 84-221; s. 20, ch. 84-302; s. 14, ch. 87-224; s. 647, ch. 95-147.
Fla. Stat. § 499.62 — Florida Code / Title XXXIII / Chapter 499 / Part II / Section 499.62
499.62 License or permit required of manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or purchaser of ether.
Status: in_force

(1) It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the business of manufacturing, distributing, or dealing in ether in this state, except when done in conformity with the provisions of this part. No person shall be required to obtain more than one license under this part to handle ether, but each person shall pay the highest fee applicable to her or his operation in each location.

(2) Any person who manufactures, distributes, or deals in ether in this state must possess a current valid license issued by the department, except that a manufacturer, distributor, or dealer who also purchases ether in this state shall not be required to obtain an additional permit as a purchaser of ether.

(3) Any person who manufactures, distributes, or deals in ether at or from more than one location must possess a current valid license for each location.

(4) Any person who purchases ether in this state must possess a current valid permit issued by the department, except that no permit shall be required of any person who purchases ether in quantities of less than 2.5 gallons, or equivalent by weight.

(5) Annual fees for licenses and permits shall be specified by rule of the department, but shall not exceed the following amounts: (a) Manufacturer’s license .......... $700 (b) Distributor’s license .......... $700 (c) Dealer’s license .......... $350 (d) Purchaser’s permit .......... $150

(6) Licenses and permits issued by the department shall be valid beginning on October 1 of the year for which they are issued and shall expire on the following September 30.

(7) A licensed or permitted facility shall renew its license or permit prior to its expiration date. If a renewal application and fee are not filed by the expiration date of any year, the permit may be reinstated only upon payment of a delinquent fee of $50, plus the required renewal fee, within 30 days after the date of expiration. If any person who is subject to the requirements of this part fails to comply with the renewal, the department shall have the authority to seize all ether products and dispose of them as of November 1 of the year the license or permit expires. Any funds collected from the disposal shall be placed in the Professional Regulation Trust Fund.

History: ss. 10, 11, ch. 86-133; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 596, ch. 97-103; s. 17, ch. 2012-143.
Fla. Stat. § 397.6975 — Florida Code / Title XXIX / Chapter 397 / Part V / Section 397.6975
397.6975 Extension of involuntary treatment services period.
Status: in_force

(1) Whenever a service provider believes that an individual who is nearing the scheduled date of his or her release from involuntary treatment services continues to meet the criteria for involuntary services in s. 397.68111 or s. 397.6957, a petition for renewal of the involuntary treatment services order must be filed with the court before the expiration of the court-ordered services period. The petition may be filed by the service provider or by the person who filed the petition for the initial treatment order if the petition is accompanied by supporting documentation from the service provider. The court shall immediately schedule a hearing within 10 court working days to be held not more than 15 days after filing of the petition, and the court shall provide the copy of the petition for renewal and the notice of the hearing to all parties and counsel to the proceeding. The hearing is conducted pursuant to ss. 397.6957 and 397.697 and must be held before the circuit court unless referred to a magistrate.

(2) If the court finds that the petition for renewal of the involuntary treatment services order should be granted, it may order the respondent to receive involuntary treatment services for a period not to exceed an additional 90 days. When the conditions justifying involuntary treatment services no longer exist, the individual must be released as provided in s. 397.6971. When the conditions justifying involuntary services continue to exist after an additional 90 days of service, a new petition requesting renewal of the involuntary treatment services order may be filed pursuant to this section.

History: s. 6, ch. 93-39; s. 39, ch. 2009-132; s. 41, ch. 2016-241; s. 37, ch. 2024-245.
Fla. Stat. § 607.0146 — Florida Code / Title XXXVI / Chapter 607 / Part I / Section 607.0146
607.0146 Defective corporate actions.
Status: in_force

(1) A defective corporate action is not void or voidable if: (a) The defective corporate action was ratified in accordance with the requirements of s. 607.0147, including the filing, if required, of articles of validation pursuant to s. 607.0151; or (b) The defective corporate action was validated in accordance with s. 607.0152.

(2) Ratification under s. 607.0147 or validation under s. 607.0152 shall not be deemed to be the exclusive means of ratifying or validating any defective corporate action, and the absence or failure of ratification in accordance with ss. 607.0145-607.0152 will not, in and of itself, affect the validity or effectiveness of any corporate action properly ratified under common law or otherwise, and it does not create a presumption that any such corporate action is or was a defective corporate action or is or was void or voidable.

(3) In the case of an overissue, putative shares will be valid shares effective as of the date originally issued or purportedly issued upon: (a) The effectiveness under ss. 607.0145-607.0152 and ss. 607.1001-607.1009 of an amendment to the articles of incorporation authorizing, designating, or creating such shares; or (b) The effectiveness of any other corporate action taken under ss. 607.0145-607.0152 ratifying the authorization, designation, or creation of such shares.

History: s. 2, ch. 2024-265.
Fla. Stat. § 198.07 — Florida Code / Title XIV / Chapter 198 / Section 198.07
198.07 Appointment of agents by department; bonds of agents; may administer oaths; credentials.
Status: in_force

(1) The department may appoint and remove such examiners, appraisers, attorneys and employees as it may deem necessary, such persons to have such duties and powers as the department may from time to time prescribe. The salaries of all examiners, appraisers, attorneys and employees employed by the department shall be such as it may prescribe, and such examiners, appraisers, attorneys and employees shall be reimbursed for travel expenses as provided in s. 112.061.

(2) The department may require such of the examiners, appraisers, attorneys and employees as it may designate to give bond payable to the state for the faithful performance of their duties in such form and with such sureties as it may determine, and all premiums on such bonds shall be paid by the state.

(3) All officers empowered by law to administer oaths and the examiners, appraisers and attorneys appointed by the department may administer an oath to all persons giving any testimony before them or to take the acknowledgment of any person in respect to any return or report required under this chapter.

(4) All examiners, appraisers and attorneys appointed by the department shall have for identification purpose proper credentials issued by the department and exhibit the same upon demand.

History: s. 6, ch. 16015, 1933; CGL 1936 Supp. 1342(86); s. 19, ch. 63-400; ss. 21, 35, ch. 69-106.