Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- no direct environmental impact
Risks
- no direct environmental impact
StateFloridaIntroduced
HB 4059: Compensation for Health Care Services for Inmates in Polk County
Jon Albert
HB 4059 status: Introduced — Chapter No. 2026-211 (updated Jul 1, 2026).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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Overall Score
50OUT OF 100
Score:50/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
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Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
Compensation for Health Care Services for Inmates in Polk County; Limits compensation to health care provider that provides medical services for inmate housed in Polk County detention center under certain conditions; limits compensation to entity that provides emergency medical transportation services for inmate housed in Polk County detention center if entity does not have contract with county to provide such services.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- potential cost savings for Polk County detention budget
Risks
- reduced reimbursement potential for healthcare and emergency transport providers
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- establishes formal criteria for inmate medical expense management
Risks
- potential risk to provider participation and healthcare access for inmates
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Source note
Restricting provider compensation for non-contracted entities may disincentivize private providers from treating the inmate population
Analysis scope
Analysis based on summary; specific reimbursement formulas or conditions are not detailed
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