FL S1690

Creates the "Historical Memorials Protection Act" establishing civil liability for anyone who damages, destroys, or removes memorials honoring military service, public service, or historical events

Defines protected "memorials" to include plaques, statues, markers, flags, religious symbols, paintings, tombstones, and structure names that are permanently displayed and dedicated to historical persons or events

Holds violators liable for full repair or replacement costs, plus treble damages, attorney fees, and court costs for intentional violations

Requires Secretary of State written approval before placing any object that would obstruct views of or convey information about public memorials existing before January 1, 2019

Creates a third-degree felony for willfully damaging, defacing, or removing memorials owned by governmental entities, museums, historical societies, or located in cemeteries

Grants standing to Florida residents, historical preservation organizations, veterans, veterans' organizations, and law enforcement/firefighter benevolent organizations to bring civil enforcement actions