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FL S0818

Emergency Exemption from Tolls


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Introduced
11/08/2017
In Committee
11/17/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2018

Introduced Session

2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Providing an exemption from toll payment for persons operating motor vehicles on toll facilities within a county subject to a mandatory evacuation order, etc.

AI Summary

This bill provides an exemption from toll payment for persons operating motor vehicles on toll facilities within a county subject to a mandatory evacuation order issued during a state of emergency declared by the Governor. The exemption remains in effect until the evacuation order is lifted. The bill also allows the Department of Transportation to suspend the payment of tolls on any other toll facility when necessary to assist in emergency evacuation. Additionally, the bill amends the existing law to clarify the exemptions for certain individuals, such as law enforcement officers, firefighters, and persons with disabilities, from paying tolls on toll facilities.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development (on 03/10/2018)

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