Bill to accelerate foreclosures passes Senate, House


By Paul Owers Sun Sentinel

6:09 p.m. EDT, May 3, 2013

A bill meant to speed up foreclosures in Florida awaits Gov. Rick Scott’s review.

The Senate passed the measure Friday, following approval by the House earlier this week.

The legislation would require homeowners to quickly respond to foreclosure filings. It also would prevent homeowners from regaining properties lost through fraudulent foreclosures.

Proponents say faster foreclosures are needed in a state where the average case lingers for more than two years. Opponents say the bill restricts homeowners’ due process rights.