Bill > H0735

This bill makes two key changes to Florida statutes related to water access facilities and marine businesses. First, it expands the Clean Marina Program to include "Clean Marine Manufacturers" alongside existing Clean Marina, Clean Boatyard, and Clean Marine Retailer categories, which allows these manufacturers to receive a 10% annual lease fee discount and potential waiver of extended-term lease surcharges if they maintain their designation, comply with lease terms, and remain available to the public. Second, the bill modifies the state's competitive grant program administered by the commission to now include funding for the construction and maintenance of publicly owned parking specifically for boat-hauling vehicles and trailers, in addition to existing grant purposes like boat ramps, piers, docks, boater education, and marine conservation initiatives. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to support marine-related businesses and improve boating infrastructure in Florida.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/735