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CS/CS/SB 800 — Engineering
by Fiscal Policy Committee; Regulated Industries Committee; and Senator Mayfield
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Regulated Industries Committee (RI)
The bill amends s. 471.033, F.S., to provide an escalating fine schedule for second or subsequent violations of engaging in the unlicensed practice of engineering.
The escalating fees are as follows:
- For a second violation, a fine of $10,000;
- For a third violation, a fine of $15,000;
- For a fourth violation, a fine of $20,000; and
- For a fifth and any subsequent violation, a fine of $25,000.
If approved by the Governor, or allowed to become law without the Governor’s signature, these provisions take effect on July 1, 2026.
Vote: Senate 37-0; House 111-1