FL S7068

Creates the Multi-use Corridors of Regional Economic Significance Program within the Department of Transportation to revitalize rural communities, encourage job creation, and provide regional connectivity through three corridors: Southwest-Central Florida Connector (Collier to Polk County), Suncoast Connector (Citrus to Jefferson County), and Northern Turnpike Connector (from Florida Turnpike northwest to Suncoast Parkway).

Establishes corridor task forces composed of representatives from multiple state agencies, local governments, environmental groups, and community members to guide corridor development during project phases; task forces must submit final reports by October 1, 2020, and local governments must review corridor reports and update comprehensive plans by December 31, 2023.

Allocates increased vehicle registration fee revenues to fund the program: $12.5 million for 2019-2020 and $57.5 million for 2020-2021 to Multi-use Corridors, with additional allocations to Small County Road Assistance Program ($10 million annually), Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund ($10 million annually), and workforce development ($2.5 million annually).

Requires construction to begin by December 31, 2022, with corridors open to traffic by December 31, 2030; projects may be funded through turnpike revenue bonds, transportation bonds, State Transportation Trust Fund advances, or public-private partnerships.

Establishes workforce development program for road and bridge construction projects and requires department to notify legislative leaders at least 5 business days before finalizing settlements of $1 million or more on contract protests.