HB 4586 Summary

• Amends the Carnival-Amusement Safety Act of 1966 to establish tiered fee increases for permits, inspections, reinspections, and special inspector commissions over multiple periods through 2025.

• Sets initial fees effective until September 30, 2019: permit to operate $10.00, kiddie ride annual inspection $40.00, fixed coaster $90.00, aerial lifts $115.00, miscellaneous rides $50.00, with corresponding lower reinspection fees.

• Increases fees for period September 30, 2019 to October 1, 2021: permit to operate $15.00, kiddie ride annual inspection $60.00, fixed coaster $135.00, aerial lifts $172.50, miscellaneous rides $75.00.

• Implements further increases for periods October 1, 2021 to October 1, 2023 and October 1, 2023 to October 1, 2025, with final permit fee reaching $30.00 and aerial lift inspection fees reaching $345.00.

• Doubles any fees not paid within 30 calendar days of notice and updates penalty provisions referencing the new fee structure.