Pays $20 Million to Injured Child
Florida · S0024 · Introduced Aug 7, 2026
Why it matters
C.C. has permanent brain, speech, and motor injuries needing lifelong care. The money would pay for that care, with the trust limited in what it can pay lawyers.
What it does
- Appropriates $20 million from state general revenue to compensate C.C.
- Payment goes to an irrevocable trust for C.C.'s exclusive use and benefit
- Attorney fees, lobbying fees, and similar costs may not exceed 25 percent of the award
- The $20 million is meant as the sole compensation for all present and future claims
Introduced
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About this bill
Would appropriate $20 million to compensate C.C. for injuries from the state's negligence, paid to a trust, with fees capped at 25 percent.
Relief of C.C. by the Department of Children and Families
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Advocates for injured children would likely say the state failed C.C. and owes him lasting support. Lawmakers would say the payment fairly compensates his lifelong care needs.
💬 The case against
Some taxpayer groups would likely say $20 million is a large payment from state funds. Some budget watchdogs may question paying claims through special legislative bills.
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