FL H0187

Titled the "Greyhound Safety Act," this bill amends Florida law regarding medication use and safety standards for racing animals, primarily greyhounds.

Increases maximum fines for impermissible medication or drug use from $5,000 to $10,000 (or the purse earned, whichever is greater) and extends the prosecution timeline from 180 days to 2 years.

Prohibits the Division of Pari-mutuel Wagering from issuing licenses to applicants with prior convictions for animal cruelty, aggravated assault/battery, or child abuse; requires immediate license revocation if licensees are later convicted of these crimes.

Requires split-sample drug testing procedures with independent laboratory confirmation and mandates all testing laboratories participate in annual quality assurance programs to verify testing accuracy.

Establishes requirements for dog racing permit holders to maintain safe facilities, including safe racetrack surfaces, lure removal devices, and insulated electrical wires; requires the division to maintain injury records for greyhounds for 7 years with penalties up to $1,500 for false statements.