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FL S0228

Bill

Status

Introduced

10/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Carlos Smith

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a 2-year pilot program providing certified veteran business enterprises with a 50 percent discount on business-related toll expenses for registered commercial vehicles on Florida toll roads

  • Requires participating businesses to demonstrate regular commercial use of toll roads through automated toll accounts and apply annually with proof of veteran ownership and toll usage

  • Florida Turnpike Enterprise will administer the program in coordination with the Department of Veterans' Affairs and the Department of Management Services

  • Department of Transportation must submit an impact report to the Legislature by July 1, 2027, assessing participation rates, fiscal impact, and recommendations for program continuation or expansion

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Toll Discounts for Certified Veteran Business Enterprises

Last Action

Introduced

1/13/2026

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