Bill > H0241

This bill makes several modifications to Florida's vehicle and transportation laws by updating definitions and creating new regulations. First, it revises the definition of "vehicle" to explicitly include devices transported on streets or highways, expanding the existing definition to clarify coverage. Second, the bill amends speed-related regulations to emphasize that drivers must not exceed speeds that are reasonable and prudent, considering existing conditions and potential hazards, and must always maintain control to avoid collisions. The most notable addition is a new section creating a specific prohibition against creating excessive wakes when driving on flooded or inundated streets and highways, which aims to prevent potential damage or dangerous conditions during high-water situations. By adding language about "streets or highways" in multiple sections and introducing the wake restriction, the bill appears designed to provide more precise guidance for vehicle operation under various challenging environmental conditions. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, which means it will apply as soon as it is signed.

Government Affairs

Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee (H)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/241