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HB 4007

Martin County

2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Snyder

HB 4007 streamlines indigent care funding in Martin County, ensuring low-income residents access healthcare while establishing clear eligibility criteria and repealing lien authority.

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Bill Summary · HB 4007

Summary of Bill HB 4007: Martin County

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: HB 4007
- Title: Martin County
- Introduced: October 28, 2025
- Status: Added to Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee agenda on November 10, 2025
- Sponsor: Snyder
- Classification: Local Bill
- Subject: Local Bills

Purpose and Intent

Bill HB 4007 aims to revise the funding mechanisms for indigent care in Martin County, Florida. The bill seeks to streamline the process for distributing funds from the County Health Care Fund to licensed hospitals and establish clear criteria for qualifying as an indigent resident eligible for assistance.

Key Provisions

The bill includes several significant changes:

  1. Establishment of Fund Distribution Process:

    • The Martin County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is required to create an ordinance that outlines how funds from the County Health Care Fund will be distributed among all licensed hospitals in Martin County.

  2. Criteria for Indigent Resident Qualification:

    • To qualify for services funded by the County Health Care Fund, applicants must meet the following criteria:
      • Be a resident of Martin County for at least six months prior to hospitalization.
      • Have a household gross income not exceeding 150% of the federal poverty guidelines.
      • Be ineligible for Medicaid or other third-party payor programs.
      • Have liquid assets of $8,000 or less.

  3. Repeal of the County Health Care Review Board:

    • The bill repeals existing provisions regarding the County Health Care Review Board, which previously made recommendations on fund disbursement.

  4. Repeal of Lien Authority:

    • It also repeals a special act that allowed the county to seek repayment for indigent care by placing liens on the real and personal property of recipients.

Impact

  • Affected Parties:

    • The bill primarily affects indigent residents of Martin County who seek healthcare services, as well as licensed hospitals that provide care to these individuals.

  • Fiscal Impact:

    • The bill is noted to have no significant fiscal or economic impact.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill has been referred to multiple committees, including the Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee, Health Care Facilities & Systems Subcommittee, and the State Affairs Committee.
  • The effective date of the bill is upon becoming law.

Conclusion

HB 4007 represents a significant shift in how Martin County manages funding for indigent healthcare services. By establishing a clear process for fund distribution and setting specific eligibility criteria, the bill aims to improve access to healthcare for low-income residents while eliminating the previous review board and lien authority.

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

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