Bill > S7054

This bill revises how additional fees collected from certain motor vehicle registration transactions are distributed, with a significant portion now directed towards the newly established Florida Shared-Use Nonmotorized Trail Network. The bill mandates that the Department of Transportation (DOT) allocate at least $50 million annually, starting in fiscal year 2015-2016, for this network, which aims to create a statewide system of multiuse trails physically separated from motor vehicle traffic to enhance mobility, recreation, safety, and economic prosperity for bicyclists and pedestrians. This network is to be integrated into the DOT's work program and resource plan, and the DOT is empowered to enter into agreements for maintenance responsibilities and adopt rules for its development.