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FL H0587
Bill
Status
Failed
3/9/2012
Primary Sponsor
James Grant
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AI Summary
- Prohibits new or retained professional sports franchises using publicly funded facilities from blocking television or radio broadcasts due to insufficient ticket sales
- Applies to franchises using facilities receiving public funding under Florida Statutes section 212.20(6)(d)6.
- Establishes a fine of $125,000 per violation, payable by the franchise before its first regular season game of the following season
- Requires fine proceeds to purchase game tickets for foster children and families, nonprofit youth organizations, and servicemembers on leave from combat zones and their families
- Effective date is July 1, 2012
Legislative Description
New or Retained Professional Sports Franchises
Last Action
Died in Business and Consumer Affairs Subcommittee
3/9/2012
Committee Referrals
Business And Consumer Affairs Subcommittee11/15/2011
Full Bill Text
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