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Introduced
01/13/2020
01/13/2020
In Committee
01/17/2020
01/17/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2020
03/14/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to vessels; creating s. 327.332, F.S.; specifying operation of a vessel at slow speed, minimum wake; prohibiting the operation of vessels at speeds faster than slow speed, minimum wake in hazardous situations; providing requirements for flags displayed from vessels and barges actively engaged in construction operations; providing penalties; providing applicability; amending s. 327.4109, F.S.; prohibiting within certain waterbodies the anchoring or mooring of a vessel to, or within a specified distance of, a mangrove or to vegetation upon, or within a specified distance of, public lands; providing exceptions; amending s. 327.73, F.S.; revising civil penalties relating to certain at-risk vessels and prohibited anchoring or mooring; providing civil penalties relating to vessels that fail to reduce speed for special hazards and the display of specified flags by construction vessels or barges not actively engaged in construction operations; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill creates new regulations for the operation of vessels in Florida. It requires vessels to operate at slow speed, minimum wake when approaching certain vessels, construction barges, and mangroves or public lands. It also establishes civil penalties for violations, such as operating a vessel faster than slow speed, minimum wake in hazardous situations or displaying an orange flag on a vessel or barge that is not actively engaged in construction. The bill also prohibits anchoring or mooring vessels near mangroves or public lands, with some exceptions, and increases the civil penalties for anchoring or mooring in prohibited areas. The bill aims to improve safety and protect coastal environments in Florida.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee (on 03/14/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1407 |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1407/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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