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FL S1534
Bill
AI Summary
- Extends sovereign immunity protections under Section 768.28, F.S., to professional firms providing monitoring and inspection services on state transportation construction projects, including subconsultants to the firm in direct contract with the Department of Transportation, not just the primary contracted firm
- Requires contracts with professional firms providing these services to include indemnification of the Department of Transportation for liability, including reasonable attorney fees, up to statutory limits, to the extent caused by the firm's or its employees' negligence
- Clarifies that employees of professional monitoring and inspection firms are considered agents of the Department of Transportation while acting within the scope of their firm's contract
- Does not designate monitoring and inspection personnel as state employees or agents for purposes of workers' compensation (Chapter 440), and does not apply to motor vehicle accidents or firms engaged for design or construction
- Effective date of July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Sovereign Immunity
Last Action
Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 619
3/4/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules2/7/2024
Community Affairs1/31/2024
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