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FL H1323
Bill
Status
5/5/2023
Primary Sponsor
Civil Justice Subcommittee
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AI Summary
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Creates section 513.201, F.S. to provide civil liability immunity for private campground owners and employees for injuries, deaths, or property damage resulting from inherent risks of camping.
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Defines "inherent risk of camping" to include natural features, uneven terrain, water bodies, negligent third parties (unknown to operator), wildlife, weather, fires, violations of safety rules, and actions exceeding a person's physical abilities.
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Immunity does not apply if the campground operator intentionally injures/kills someone or intentionally damages property, or commits willful or wanton disregard for safety that proximately causes injury or damage.
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Requires private campground operators to post a sign with a specific WARNING notice in black letters at least 1 inch high at the entrance and include the notice in any written contracts with campers.
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Takes effect July 1, 2023.
Legislative Description
Private Campground Liability
Last Action
Died in Judiciary Committee
5/5/2023