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FL S0044

Bill

Status

Failed

3/8/2024

Primary Sponsor

Linda Stewart

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Origin

Senate

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 553.86, Florida Statutes, to add new requirements for public restroom facilities with wheelchair-accessible toilet compartments or single-user toilet rooms that are newly constructed or renovated after July 1, 2024
  • Requires installation of a hook within reach range of an average-sized person while seated on the toilet in wheelchair-accessible compartments and single-user toilet rooms
  • Mandates that affected public restroom facilities comply with sections 553.501–553.513 and all applicable requirements of the Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction
  • Retains the existing requirement for a ratio of public restroom facilities for men and women in all buildings newly constructed after September 30, 1992, with restrooms open to the public
  • Directs the Florida Building Commission to incorporate these requirements into the Florida Building Code, with an effective date of July 1, 2024

Legislative Description

Public Restroom Requirements

Last Action

Died in Regulated Industries

3/8/2024

Committee Referrals

Regulated Industries1/16/2024

Full Bill Text

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