FL S1188

Defines "water authority" as an independent special district created by special act to control and conserve freshwater resources, excluding water management districts.

Authorizes the Division of Historical Resources to issue permits for excavation and surface reconnaissance on state land, water authority land, and designated state archaeological landmarks and zones.

Prohibits unauthorized archaeological activities on state land or water authority land, with violations ranging from first-degree misdemeanor (non-excavation) to third-degree felony (excavation or sale of artifacts).

Authorizes the Division to impose administrative fines up to $500 per day and seek injunctive relief against persons conducting unauthorized archaeological exploration on state or water authority land.

Corrects a cross-reference in section 1004.56 regarding archaeological specimen collections, changing the reference from section 267.12(3) to 267.12(4).