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FL S0928
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/9/2011
Primary Sponsor
Arthenia Joyner
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to Section 7 of Article II prohibiting exploration, drilling, extraction, and production of oil in Florida territorial waters
- Applies the prohibition to all Florida waters between the mean high-water line and the seaward limit of Florida's boundaries, whichever boundary is farther from the coastline
- Exempts transportation of oil produced outside Florida's territorial waters from the prohibition
- Makes the amendment self-executing, requiring no additional legislative action for implementation
- Requires approval by Florida voters at the next general election to become effective
Legislative Description
Ban/Oil Exploration/Drilling/Extraction/Production
Last Action
Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
5/7/2011
Committee Referrals
Environmental Preservation and Conservation2/17/2011
Full Bill Text
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