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SB 1618

Coordinated Access Model Pilot Program

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tom Leek

Florida creates a pilot program enabling coordinated access to social services through unified entry points to streamline benefit enrollment for families and elderly residents.

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Bill Summary · SB 1618

Legislative bill overview

SB 1618 establishes a pilot program in Florida to implement a Coordinated Access Model for delivering social and human services. The bill creates a structured system to streamline how residents access multiple government services through unified entry points and integrated case management rather than navigating separate agency systems.

Why is this important

This addresses a significant administrative burden where vulnerable populations—particularly children, families, and elderly residents—must apply separately to different agencies for assistance. A coordinated system could reduce application redundancy, improve service delivery efficiency, and help eligible individuals access benefits they may not otherwise discover or qualify for through existing fragmented processes.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and funding: Establishing new infrastructure for coordination may require substantial upfront investment; unclear whether existing appropriations suffice or if new funding is required
  • Data sharing and privacy concerns: Integrating multiple agency systems raises questions about data security, consent, and how personal information flows between departments
  • Local vs. state authority: Uncertainty about whether this pilot respects local control or imposes state-mandated processes on county-level service providers
  • Pilot scope limitations: As a pilot program, questions remain about geographic coverage, which services are included, and success metrics before potential statewide expansion

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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