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FL S0846
Bill
AI Summary
- Prohibits notaries public who are not authorized to represent persons in immigration matters from using terms such as "notario público," "notario," "immigration assistant," "immigration consultant," or "immigration specialist" when advertising their services
- Continues the existing prohibition on literal translation of "Notary Public" into other languages in advertisements for notarial services
- Requires non-attorney businesses or persons offering immigration services to post conspicuous notices on their website and place of business, in English and all languages used, stating they are not licensed attorneys and are not accredited to represent clients in immigration matters
- Creates a civil cause of action allowing aggrieved persons to seek declaratory or injunctive relief, actual damages, and reasonable attorney fees and costs for violations of both the notary advertising restrictions and the immigration services disclosure requirements
- Takes effect July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
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Last Action
Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 915 (Ch. 2025-82)
4/28/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules4/2/2025
Judiciary3/26/2025
Full Bill Text
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