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FL S0052

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Criminal Justice

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts volunteers who provide armed security services at churches, mosques, synagogues, and other places of worship from Florida's private security licensing requirements
  • Applies only to individuals serving on a voluntary basis without compensation
  • Amends Chapter 493, Florida Statutes, which governs private investigative, security, and repossession services
  • Reenacts related provisions regarding Class "C" and Class "CC" license requirements to incorporate the new exemption
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Security Services at Places of Worship

Last Action

CS passed; YEAS 111, NAYS 1

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/20/2026
Judiciary1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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