CS/CS/CS/HB 1517 Summary

• Cigarette and Tobacco Reporting: Requires reports on cigarette transportation/possession and tobacco products be filed through the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco's electronic data submission system; allows records to be kept in electronic or paper format.

• Construction Industry Licensing: Removes provisions regarding additional $4 fees for application/renewal and related fund transfers, recommendations, and reporting requirements for the Construction Industry Licensing Board and Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.

• Cosmetics Manufacturing Exemption: Exempts manufacturers with annual gross sales of $25,000 or less from permit requirements; requires specific labeling, documentation verification, and authorizes department inspections and discipline for violations.

• Temporary Operating Permits: Allows establishments applying for ownership/location changes to request temporary permits valid for up to 90 days; existing permits become null and void upon temporary permit authorization.

• Remedial Citations and Various Regulatory Updates: Authorizes non-disciplinary citations for violations; renames Florida State Boxing Commission to Florida Athletic Commission; updates condominium/cooperative budget requirements; modifies beverage license provisions; and makes technical conforming changes.

• Effective Date: July 1, 2021.