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FL H1249

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jason Shoaf

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends s. 379.3311, F.S. to require Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers to enter private property under the same standards as law enforcement officers defined in s. 943.10(1)

  • Removes language that previously allowed FWC officers to enter premises "posted or otherwise" without specifying legal requirements

  • Maintains FWC officers' authority to enforce all state laws relating to game, nongame birds, fish, fur-bearing animals, wild animal life, marine life, and freshwater aquatic life

  • Preserves officers' ability to bring necessary equipment onto property and specifies such lawful entry does not constitute trespass

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Police Powers of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Last Action

Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/4/2026
Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee1/15/2026

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