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FL H0481
Bill
Status
Introduced
11/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
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AI Summary
- Removes the $15,000 cap on total fines that may be imposed on public nuisances, allowing unlimited fine accumulation
- Sets fines at $250 per day for public nuisances, increasing to $500 per day if the nuisance is not abated within 1 year
- Defines "legal assistant" for attorney fee awards as a person who, under attorney supervision, engages in legal research and case development or planning
- Requires mandatory foreclosure authorization after 2 years if a nuisance lien remains unpaid and the nuisance activity is unabated
- Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Public Nuisance Abatement
Last Action
Laid on Table, refer to SB 168
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
State Affairs1/22/2026
Civil Justice and Claims Subcommittee12/11/2025
Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee11/24/2025
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