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SB 4 — Relief of Maria Garcia by the Pinellas County School Board
by Senators Rouson and Book
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Special Master on Claim Bills Committee (SM)
Maria Garcia was a 41-year-old woman who suffered physical injuries on February 13, 2019, when she was struck by a school bus in Pinellas County, Florida. The bus was negligently operated by an employee of the Pinellas County School Board. Maria Garcia and the school board agreed to a consent judgment in the amount of $3 million. Of the total amount sought and agreed to by Maria Garcia and the school board, the school board has paid the $200,000 statutory cap to Maria Garcia. The bill authorizes and directs the school board to pay the remaining $2.8 million.
If approved by the Governor, or allowed to become law without the Governor's signature, these provisions take effect upon becoming law.
Vote: Senate 39-1; House 105-0