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FL S0598

Bill

Status

Failed

6/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jay Collins

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new state license for "enhanced firearms training facilities," defined as facilities on agriculturally zoned land used to train people in firearms use and personal safety, administered by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Requires facility owners seeking licensure to pass a level 2 background screening, have no felony convictions, complete the NRA Chief Range Safety Officer training program (or equivalent), and hold a valid class "K" firearm instructor license
  • Licenses are valid for 12 months with annual renewal, and must be revoked if the owner is convicted of a felony or loses their class "K" firearm instructor license
  • Allows sheriffs to enter into agreements with licensed facilities to conduct school guardian program training and to provide voluntary written attestations supporting license applications after inspecting the property
  • Exempts licensed facilities located in unincorporated county areas from all local government planning, zoning, and public works restrictions, with an effective date of July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Enhanced Firearms Training Facilities

Last Action

Died in Community Affairs

6/16/2025

Full Bill Text

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