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HB 1297·FL·house

Beach Management

FailedFiled Jan 8, 2026
Sponsor: Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee
Latest Action

Died in State Affairs Committee

Mar 13, 2026

Summary

The bill directs the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to identify beaches that are critically eroded and may fund up to 75% of restoration costs, leaving the balance to local governments. It also requires coastal localities to create strategic beach management plans that analyze flooding, property values, environmental sensitivities, and expert recommendations. Finally, it updates criteria for designating areas of critical state concern, including low‑lying beach zones.

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