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FL H0825
Bill
Status
Introduced
12/11/2023
Primary Sponsor
Traci Koster
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AI Summary
- Increases the required advance notification period for non-underwater excavation or demolition from 2 to 3 full business days through the Sunshine State One-Call of Florida system before work can begin (underwater excavation remains at 10 full business days)
- Extends the timeframe for member operators to mark the horizontal route of underground facilities and provide a positive response to the notification system from 2 to 3 full business days after receiving notification
- Adds a new noncriminal infraction with enhanced civil penalties for failure to notify of a planned excavation start date and time near a high-priority subsurface installation (e.g., gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines) when the member operator provides timely notice of the installation's existence
- Civil penalties for violations involving high-priority subsurface installations may reach up to $50,000, or up to $10,000 if caused by a state agency or political subdivision
- Effective date is October 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Underground Facilities
Last Action
Died on Second Reading Calendar
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Commerce Committee1/10/2024
Energy, Communications & Cybersecurity Subcommittee12/27/2023
Full Bill Text
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