HCAF leaders were in Tallahassee this week, meeting with key policymakers and advocating for critical home care reforms. Executive Director Denise Bellville, Senior Director of Policy, Advocacy & Communications Kyle Simon, and contract lobbyists Jimmy Card and Gangul Gabadage of Continental Strategy spent March 10-12 at the Capitol building support for Senate Bill 1412 and House Bill 1353. This bipartisan legislation seeks to modernize outdated home health regulations, improve access to care, and reduce administrative burdens.

Key Meetings With Lawmakers

During their time in Tallahassee, HCAF's policy team met with:

• Representative Adam Anderson (R-Palm Harbor), chair of the House Health Facilities & Systems Subcommittee, where HB 1353 will receive its first hearing.
• Representative Gallop Franklin (D-Tallahassee), sponsor of HB 1353, and a senior aide to Senator Alexis Calatayud (R-Miami), sponsor of SB 1412, to discuss strategy and next steps.
• Staff directors of the Senate and House health care policy committees, ensuring that home care industry priorities remain at the forefront as these bills progress.

Additionally, HCAF leaders attended the House Health Facilities & Systems Subcommittee meeting, where HB 1529, legislation to reform the Family Home Health Aide program, passed unanimously in its first committee stop — a significant step forward for patients, families, and the home care provider community.

Join Us for HCAF Home Care Day at the Capitol!

Next week is Home Care Day at the Capitol, and it’s not too late to participate! Join us in Tallahassee to meet with lawmakers and advocate for home care-friendly policies.

Can’t attend in person? Stay tuned for virtual advocacy opportunities to ensure your voice is heard.

Stay Informed With HCAF’s Bill Tracker

Want to stay updated on key legislation? Check out the HCAF Bill Tracker for real-time updates on bills affecting Florida’s home care industry throughout the 2025 Florida Legislative Session.

Strengthen Our Advocacy — Support the Home Care PAC

Your engagement and financial support are essential to ensuring home care remains a legislative priority in Florida. The Home Care Political Action Committee (PAC) plays a key role in advancing policies that protect home health providers, caregivers, and the patients they serve.

By contributing to the PAC, you help:

• Build strong relationships with key lawmakers.
• Support candidates who champion home care.
• Advance legislation that strengthens our industry.

Amplify the voice of the home care provider community — support the Home Care PAC today!