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FL S1088
Bill
AI Summary
- Eliminates the authority of Florida municipalities operating water or sewer utilities outside their boundaries to add surcharges of up to 25% (or up to 50% total excess) on rates charged to consumers outside municipal limits
- Requires that rates, fees, and charges for consumers outside municipal boundaries be just and equitable, based on the same factors used to set rates for consumers inside the municipality
- Removes a provision that allowed municipalities to set outside-boundary rates without a public hearing when simply applying inside rates plus a surcharge
- Mandates that each affected municipality conduct a rate study every 7 years, beginning October 1, 2031
- Effective date is July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Municipal Water or Sewer Utility Rates, Fees, and Charges
Last Action
Died in Regulated Industries
3/8/2024
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