Bill > S1002

This bill amends Florida Statutes to prevent local governments, special districts, and their associated boards and agencies from enacting restrictions on energy production and fuel sources. Specifically, the bill prohibits municipalities, counties, and other political subdivisions from creating rules or policies that limit the types of energy production, delivery, or fuel sources used by public utilities, electric utilities, natural gas utilities, transmission companies, and liquefied petroleum gas dealers. The bill also prevents the Florida Building Commission and State Fire Marshal from adopting building or fire prevention code provisions that would prohibit or require specific energy installation types. Any existing local regulations that conflict with these provisions will be rendered void. The bill defines key terms like "installation" and "agency," with an exemption for emergency and standby power systems. An important context is that this legislation appears to protect the ability of utilities to use diverse energy sources without local government interference, and it will take effect on July 1, 2025. The goal seems to be ensuring consistent energy service options across different Florida jurisdictions by preempting local restrictions.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1002