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FL H0143
Bill
Status
Failed
6/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee
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AI Summary
- Creates a corporate income tax credit for owners of LEED-certified resilient buildings beginning January 1, 2026, with credit amounts ranging from $0.50 to $2.00 per square foot annually for 5 years depending on certification level (silver/gold BD+C at $0.50/sq ft; platinum BD+C at $1/sq ft; silver/gold O+M at $1/sq ft; platinum O+M at $2/sq ft)
- Defines "resilient building" as one holding a LEED silver, gold, or platinum certificate in either building design and construction (BD+C) or operations and maintenance (O+M) that meets the LEED resilience pathway requirements
- Requires building owners to apply to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation by March 1 of the year following LEED certification, report energy use data via ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager annually during the 5-year credit period, and allows unused credits to be carried forward up to 5 years or transferred to another taxpayer
- Establishes the Florida Resilient Building Advisory Council adjunct to DBPR, composed of representatives from seven Florida universities and 15 additional members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker, with a first meeting by November 1, 2025, and a sunset date of October 2, 2028
- Effective July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Resilient Buildings
Last Action
Died in Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
6/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee3/7/2025
Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee1/22/2025
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