Bill > S1008

This bill prohibits local governments and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection from issuing construction permits for new solid waste disposal facilities or waste-to-energy facilities that would be located within a one-half mile radius of residential properties, commercial properties, or schools. The bill modifies several sections of Florida Statutes related to waste management, primarily updating cross-references and adding new restrictions on facility placement. Specifically, the bill adds new subsections to sections 403.706 and 403.707 that explicitly prevent the issuance of construction permits for ash-producing incinerator facilities or waste-to-energy facilities near populated or educational areas. Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to definitions and references in related statutes, ensuring consistency with the new restrictions. These modifications aim to protect communities from potential environmental and health impacts of waste incineration facilities by creating a buffer zone around residential, commercial, and school properties. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local governments and environmental agencies time to adapt to the new regulations.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1008