Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 3.27.25

 

FJRI warns of higher costs, reduced access as ‘free kill’ repeal advances — FJRI issued a news release warning of “unintended consequences” if lawmakers approve the “free kill” repeal is enacted. The release claims that HB 6017, which passed the full House, and SB 734, now approved by Senate Rules, will “limit access and increase the cost of care” and cites public testimony from physicians, risk managers, and concerned seniors. ”Increasing exposure will translate to higher health care costs and higher medical malpractice insurance premiums,” said Randy Ray, Chair of Senior Consumers of America. “Florida is in a heath care crisis, and there are more physicians and specialists leaving than they are coming. OBGYN and elder care specialists will be even more scarce.”