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SB 18

Relief of H.H. by the Department of Children and Families

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Gruters

Florida bill seeking state compensation for individual H.H. through Department of Children and Families died in committee without advancing or receiving floor vote.

Died in Special Master on Claim Bills
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Bill Summary · SB 18

Legislative bill overview

SB 18 is a claim bill seeking relief for an individual identified as "H.H." through the Florida Department of Children and Families. The bill was introduced in 2024 and ultimately died in committee in 2025 without advancing to a vote.

Why is this important

Claim bills are narrow legislative remedies used when individuals believe they've been harmed by state government actions and seek financial compensation outside the normal court system. This bill represents one person's attempt to obtain state-authorized relief, though the legislative process ultimately rejected the request.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information: The bill's specific details—the nature of H.H.'s claim, the alleged harm, and the requested amount—are not disclosed in available legislative records, making public scrutiny difficult
  • Special Master rejection: The bill died in the Special Master on Claim Bills committee, suggesting state reviewers found the claim lacked sufficient merit or documentation
  • Resource allocation: Claim bills consume legislative time and resources; opponents may question whether this particular claim warranted consideration versus other priorities

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

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