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HB 449·FL·house

Department of Transportation Contractor Liability

FailedFiled Nov 18, 2025
Sponsor: Danny Alvarez (R)
Latest Action

Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee

Mar 13, 2026

Summary

The bill would consider contractors working for Florida’s Department of Transportation as agents of the state while they perform work under the contract. It also requires the contract to include indemnification so the department is protected from liability and attorney fees caused by the contractor’s negligence. The changes would become effective on July 1, 2026.

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