It is the policy of the state to admit residents into the home without regard to race, age, sex, creed, religion, national origin, or any other reason that would thereby create a practice of discrimination. However, consideration of an applicant’s veteran status shall not constitute discrimination.
Fla. Stat. § 296.35
Nondiscrimination policy of the home
Known as the Veterans’ Nursing Home of Florida Act
The act spans §§ 296.31 to 296.415 (10 sections).
History.--s. 14, ch. 92-80.
Official source: Online Sunshine (Florida Legislature). Reproduced from public-domain Florida statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.