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FL H0481

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

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

Full Bill Text

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