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SB 1684

Parkinson’s Disease Registry

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alexis Calatayud

SB 1684 creates a Florida Parkinson's Disease Registry to collect patient data statewide for research and public health planning purposes.

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Bill Summary · SB 1684

Legislative bill overview

SB 1684 establishes a statewide Parkinson's Disease Registry in Florida to collect and maintain data on individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The registry would serve as a centralized database to track disease prevalence, progression, and patient demographics across the state.

Why is this important

A disease registry enables public health officials and researchers to better understand Parkinson's disease patterns, identify disparities in care, and allocate health resources more effectively. The data could support epidemiological research, clinical trials, and evidence-based policy decisions affecting thousands of Floridians living with this neurodegenerative condition.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and data security concerns: Centralized health registries raise questions about how sensitive medical information will be protected, who can access the data, and what safeguards exist against breaches or misuse
  • Implementation costs and funding: Establishing and maintaining a registry requires ongoing fiscal resources; unclear whether funding is sufficient or if costs may shift to healthcare providers
  • Participation and voluntary enrollment: Whether participation is mandatory or voluntary affects data completeness; voluntary systems may skew results toward certain populations, limiting representativeness

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

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