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Introduced
10/23/2019
10/23/2019
In Committee
11/06/2019
11/06/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2020
03/14/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Providing that certain projects identified in a specified Indian River Lagoon Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan are eligible for state funding consideration; directing the Department of Environmental Protection to coordinate with the South Florida Water Management District and the St. Johns River Water Management District to identify projects and grant recipients and to submit an annual report to the Governor, the Legislature, and specified persons, etc.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Indian River Lagoon State Matching Grant Program, which provides state funding for projects dedicated to the conservation and management of the Indian River Lagoon. The bill directs the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to coordinate with the South Florida Water Management District and the St. Johns River Water Management District to identify eligible projects and grant recipients. The eligible projects include upgrading existing advanced wastewater treatment facilities, expanding existing wastewater treatment facilities to serve unconnected homes and businesses, and connecting onsite sewage treatment systems to central sewer systems. The bill requires a 50% local match for each grant and mandates the DEP to submit annual reports on the proposed and funded projects.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government (on 03/14/2020)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/640 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/640/BillText/Filed/HTML |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/640/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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