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FL S2546

Bill

Status

Failed

4/30/2010

Primary Sponsor

Carey Baker

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Updates the reference to the Model Ordinance for Florida-Friendly Fertilizer Use on Urban Landscapes from 2008 to 2009 version
  • Requires counties and municipalities in impaired water body watersheds to adopt the department's model ordinance within 6 months of listing, with counties having currently listed water bodies required to comply by January 1, 2011
  • Establishes criteria for local governments to adopt more stringent fertilizer standards, including implementation of a comprehensive nonpoint source program with scientific documentation of water vulnerability
  • Allows comprehensive programs adopted after January 1, 2010 to include basin management plan activities, Florida-friendly landscaping requirements, and low-impact development practices
  • Takes effect July 1, 2010

Legislative Description

Model Ordinance For Fertilizer Use [EPSC]

Last Action

Died in Committee on Environmental Preservation and Conservation

4/30/2010

Committee Referrals

Environmental Preservation and Conservation3/4/2010

Full Bill Text

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