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HB 4439: Contracting/Regulation

GENERAL BILL by Business Regulation & Consumer Affairs ; Ogles ; Brown ; (CO-INTRODUCERS) Dockery ; Lynn ; Chestnut ; Dawson-White ; Murman

Contracting/Regulation; provides responsibilities of building code administrators, plans examiners, & inspectors; provides that nothing prohibits local governments from contracting with certified persons to perform inspections; provides for medical gas certification for plumbing contractors who install, improve, repair, or maintain conduits used to transport gaseous or partly gaseous substances for medical purposes, etc. Amends FS.

Effective Date: 10/01/1998
 Last Action: 6/17/1998 - Became Law without Governor's Signature; Chapter No. 98-419; See also CS/CS/HB 4181 (Ch. 98-287), CS/SB 2484 (Ch. 98-170)
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  • Bill History

    Date Chamber Action
    3/25/1998 House • Filed; Introduced -HJ 00355
    4/3/1998 House • Referred to Community Affairs (GRC); Real Property & Probate (JC); General Government Appropriations -HJ 00448
    4/9/1998 House • On Committee agenda-- Community Affairs (GRC), 04/15/98, 3:45 pm, Morris Hall
    4/15/1998 House • Comm. Action: Unanimously Favorable with 9 amendment(s) by Community Affairs (GRC) -HJ 00743
    4/20/1998 House • Now in Real Property & Probate (JC) -HJ 00743; Withdrawn from Real Property & Probate (JC) -HJ 00736; Now in General Government Appropriations; On Committee agenda-- General Government Appropriations, 04/21/98, 10:15 am, 214C
    4/21/1998 House • Comm. Action:-Unanimously Favorable with 3 amendment(s) by General Government Appropriations -HJ 00999
    4/22/1998 House • Pending Consent Calendar -HJ 00999
    4/23/1998 House • Placed on General Calendar; Read second time -HJ 01069; Amendment pending -HJ 01071; Was taken up -HJ 01077; Pending amendment failed -HJ 01078; Amendment(s) adopted -HJ 01078
    4/24/1998 House • Temporarily postponed, on Third Reading
    4/28/1998 House • Temporarily postponed, on Third Reading -HJ 01481
    4/29/1998 House • Read third time -HJ 01567; Amendment(s) adopted -HJ 01568; Passed as amended; YEAS 116 NAYS 0 -HJ 01571
    4/29/1998 Senate • In Messages
    4/30/1998 Senate • Received, referred to Community Affairs -SJ 01524; Immediately withdrawn from Community Affairs -SJ 01329; Substituted for CS/CS/SB 2336 -SJ 01330; Read second time -SJ 01330; Amendment pending -SJ 01330; Pending amendment adopted -SJ 01451; Read third time -SJ 01451; Passed as amended; YEAS 37 NAYS 0 -SJ 01451
    4/30/1998 House • In returning messages
    5/1/1998 House • Was taken up -HJ 02055; Concurred -HJ 02057; Passed as amended; YEAS 119 NAYS 0 -HJ 02081; Ordered engrossed, then enrolled -HJ 02081
    6/1/1998 • Signed by Officers and presented to Governor
    6/17/1998 • Became Law without Governor's Signature; Chapter No. 98-419; See also CS/CS/HB 4181 (Ch. 98-287), CS/SB 2484 (Ch. 98-170)

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  • HB 4439, Enrolled (Current Bill Version) Posted 8/28/2000 at 11:09 AM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   None

    Related Bills (11)

    Bill Number Subject Filed By Relationship Last Action and Location
    S 2336 (c2) Regulation of Contracting Clary Similar Last Action: 4/30/1998 S Placed on Special Order Calendar -SJ 01222, -SJ 01522; House Bill substituted -SJ 01330; Laid on Table, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419); See also CS/CS/HB 4181 (Ch. 98-287), CS/SB 2484 (Ch. 98-170)
    Location:
    H 853 (e1) Building Codes Admin. & Inspectors Trovillion Compare Last Action: 5/1/1998 S Died in Committee on Community Affairs, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419)
    Location:
    H 2011 (e2) Professions/Regulation Ogles Compare Last Action: 3/4/1998 H Withdrawn from further cons.,Iden/Sim/Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 947 (Ch. 97-35), HB 1179 (Ch. 97-228), HB 1307 (Ch. 97-122), HB 1357 (Ch. 97-237), CS/HB 885 (Ch. 98-298), CS/CS/HB 3211 (Ch. 98-250), CS/HB 3223 (Ch. 98-20), CS/HB 3343 (Ch. 98-323), HB 3589 (Ch. 98-263), CS/HB 4065 (Ch. 98-340), HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419), CS/SB 776 (Ch. 98-49), CS/SB 1466 (Ch. 98-135) -HJ 00119
    Location:
    H 4119 (e2) Professional Regulation Ogles Compare Last Action: 5/1/1998 S Died in Messages, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419), CS/SB 1716 (Ch. 98-151), CS/SB 2128 (Ch. 98-166)
    Location:
    H 4181 (c2) Constantine Compare Last Action: 5/28/1998 Approved by Governor; Chapter No. 98-287; See also HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419)
    Location:
    H 4359 Industrial Hygienists/Use of Titles Business Regulation & Consumer Affairs Compare Last Action: 5/1/1998 S Died in Messages, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419)
    Location:
    H 4429 Fire Alarm System Contracting Business Regulation & Consumer Affairs Compare Last Action: 5/1/1998 S Died in Messages, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419), CS/SB 2484 (Ch. 98-170)
    Location:
    H 4507 Fire Prevention & Control Fuller Compare Last Action: 5/1/1998 H Died, reference deferred, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419), CS/SB 2484 (Ch. 98-170)
    Location:
    S 1190 (c2) Statewide Unified Building Code Meadows Compare Last Action: 4/28/1998 S Placed on Special Order Calendar -SJ 00982, -SJ 01092; Read second time -SJ 00997; Amendment(s) adopted -SJ 00998; House Bill substituted -SJ 00999; Laid on Table, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to CS/CS/HB 4181 (Ch. 98-287); See also HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419)
    Location:
    S 2084 (c1) Professional Regulation Clary Compare Last Action: 5/1/1998 S Placed on Special Order Calendar -SJ 01522, -SJ 01808; Died on Special Order Calendar, Iden./Sim./Compare Bill(s) passed, refer to HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419)
    Location:
    S 2484 (e1) Geller Compare Last Action: 5/22/1998 Became Law without Governor's Signature; Chapter No. 98-170; See also HB 4439 (Ch. 98-419)
    Location:

    Citations - Statutes (59)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    205.0535 Reclassification and rate structure revisions.
    255.551 Definitions; ss. 255.551-255.565.
    376.60 Asbestos removal program inspection and notification fee.
    468.603 Definitions.
    468.604
    468.605 Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board.
    468.609 Administration of this part; standards for certification; additional categories of certification.
    468.617 Joint inspection department; other arrangements.
    468.627 Application; examination; renewal; fees.
    469.001 Definitions.
    469.002 Exemptions.
    469.004 License; asbestos consultant; asbestos contractor; exceptions.
    469.005 License requirements.
    469.006 Licensure of business organizations; qualifying agents.
    469.013 Course requirements for asbestos surveyors, management planners, and project monitors.
    469.014 Approval of asbestos training courses and providers.
    469.015 Seals.
    471.045
    481.222
    489.103 Exemptions.
    489.105 Definitions.
    489.107 Construction Industry Licensing Board.
    489.113 Qualifications for practice; restrictions.
    489.1135 Underground utility and excavation contractors; designation; certificate.
    489.1136
    489.115 Certification and registration; endorsement; reciprocity; renewals; continuing education.
    489.119 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.129 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.131 Applicability.
    489.140 Construction Industries Recovery Fund.
    489.141 Conditions for recovery; eligibility.
    489.142 Board powers upon notification of commencement of action.
    489.143 Payment from the fund.
    489.503 Exemptions.
    489.505 Definitions.
    489.507 Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.
    489.509 Fees.
    489.511 Certification; application; examinations; endorsement.
    489.513 Registration; application; requirements.
    489.517 Renewal of certificate or registration; continuing education.
    489.518 Alarm system agents.
    489.5185
    489.519 Inactive status.
    489.521 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.525 Reports of certified contractors to local building officials.
    489.533 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.537 Application of this part.
    489.539 Adoption of electrical standards.
    501.937
    553.06 State Plumbing Code.
    553.19 Adoption of electrical standards.
    553.73 State Minimum Building Codes.
    633.021 Definitions.
    633.061 License or permit required of organizations and individuals servicing, recharging, repairing, testing, marking, inspecting, or installing fire extinguishers and preengineered systems.
    633.065 Requirements for installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire suppression equipment.
    633.071 Standard service tag required on all fire extinguishers and preengineered systems; serial number required on all portable fire extinguishers.
    633.162 Disciplinary action; fire extinguisher or preengineered systems; grounds for denial, nonrenewal, suspension, or revocation of license or permit.
    633.171 Penalty for violation of law, rule, or order to cease and desist or for failure to comply with corrective order.
    633.547 Disciplinary action; fire protection system contractors; grounds for denial, nonrenewal, suspension, or revocation of certificate.

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  • HB 4439, Engrossed 3 Posted 8/28/2000 at 11:09 AM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   Business Regulation & Consumer Affairs (Post-Meeting) 6/19/1998 (pdf)

    Floor Votes (3)

    Date Chamber Result
    4/29/1998 10:09 AM House 116 Yeas - 0 Nays
    4/30/1998 5:42 PM Senate 37 Yeas - 0 Nays
    5/1/1998 10:37 AM House 119 Yeas - 0 Nays

    Citations - Statutes (59)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    205.0535 Reclassification and rate structure revisions.
    255.551 Definitions; ss. 255.551-255.565.
    376.60 Asbestos removal program inspection and notification fee.
    468.603 Definitions.
    468.604
    468.605 Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board.
    468.609 Administration of this part; standards for certification; additional categories of certification.
    468.617 Joint inspection department; other arrangements.
    468.627 Application; examination; renewal; fees.
    469.001 Definitions.
    469.002 Exemptions.
    469.004 License; asbestos consultant; asbestos contractor; exceptions.
    469.005 License requirements.
    469.006 Licensure of business organizations; qualifying agents.
    469.013 Course requirements for asbestos surveyors, management planners, and project monitors.
    469.014 Approval of asbestos training courses and providers.
    469.015 Seals.
    471.045
    481.222
    489.103 Exemptions.
    489.105 Definitions.
    489.107 Construction Industry Licensing Board.
    489.113 Qualifications for practice; restrictions.
    489.1135 Underground utility and excavation contractors; designation; certificate.
    489.1136
    489.115 Certification and registration; endorsement; reciprocity; renewals; continuing education.
    489.119 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.129 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.131 Applicability.
    489.140 Construction Industries Recovery Fund.
    489.141 Conditions for recovery; eligibility.
    489.142 Board powers upon notification of commencement of action.
    489.143 Payment from the fund.
    489.503 Exemptions.
    489.505 Definitions.
    489.507 Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.
    489.509 Fees.
    489.511 Certification; application; examinations; endorsement.
    489.513 Registration; application; requirements.
    489.517 Renewal of certificate or registration; continuing education.
    489.518 Alarm system agents.
    489.5185
    489.519 Inactive status.
    489.521 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.525 Reports of certified contractors to local building officials.
    489.533 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.537 Application of this part.
    489.539 Adoption of electrical standards.
    501.937
    553.06 State Plumbing Code.
    553.19 Adoption of electrical standards.
    553.73 State Minimum Building Codes.
    633.021 Definitions.
    633.061 License or permit required of organizations and individuals servicing, recharging, repairing, testing, marking, inspecting, or installing fire extinguishers and preengineered systems.
    633.065 Requirements for installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire suppression equipment.
    633.071 Standard service tag required on all fire extinguishers and preengineered systems; serial number required on all portable fire extinguishers.
    633.162 Disciplinary action; fire extinguisher or preengineered systems; grounds for denial, nonrenewal, suspension, or revocation of license or permit.
    633.171 Penalty for violation of law, rule, or order to cease and desist or for failure to comply with corrective order.
    633.547 Disciplinary action; fire protection system contractors; grounds for denial, nonrenewal, suspension, or revocation of certificate.

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  • HB 4439, Engrossed 1 Posted 8/28/2000 at 11:09 AM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   None

    Committee Amendments (1)

    Amendment Sponsor Filed Last Committee Action Format
    975259 - Technical Amendment
    		Rules, Resolutions, & Ethics 4/28/1998
    8:12 PM     		Web Page
    PDF

    Floor Amendments (18)

    Amendment Sponsor Filed Last Floor Action Format
    902392 - Amendment
    		Clary 4/29/1998
    8:34 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 021320 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Clary 4/29/1998
    8:16 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 342460 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Clary 4/29/1998
    8:25 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 890586 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Clary 4/29/1998
    8:33 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 885792 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Clary 5/1/1998
    5:48 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 663206 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Clary 5/1/1998
    5:48 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 623732 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Silver 5/1/1998
    5:48 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 250012 - Substitute Amendment (623732)
    		Silver 5/1/1998
    5:49 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 490144 - Amendment to Amendment (250012)
    		Dyer 5/1/1998
    5:48 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 271364 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Forman 5/1/1998
    5:49 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 152188 - Amendment to Amendment (902392)
    		Silver 5/1/1998
    5:49 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 604930 - Technical Amendment (902392)
    		Clary 5/1/1998
    5:48 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    861596 - Amendment
    		Silver 5/1/1998
    5:48 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 495268 - Substitute Amendment (861596)
    		Silver 5/1/1998
    5:48 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    170762 - Amendment
    		Clary 5/1/1998
    5:49 AM     		Web Page
    PDF
    474183 - Amendment
    		Ogles 4/27/1998
    8:54 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    815589 - Amendment
    		Ogles 4/27/1998
    8:55 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    910971 - Amendment
    		Ogles 4/28/1998
    8:12 PM     		Web Page
    PDF

    Citations - Statutes (55)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    205.0535 Reclassification and rate structure revisions.
    255.551 Definitions; ss. 255.551-255.565.
    376.60 Asbestos removal program inspection and notification fee.
    468.603 Definitions.
    468.604
    468.605 Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board.
    468.609 Administration of this part; standards for certification; additional categories of certification.
    468.617 Joint inspection department; other arrangements.
    468.627 Application; examination; renewal; fees.
    469.001 Definitions.
    469.002 Exemptions.
    469.004 License; asbestos consultant; asbestos contractor; exceptions.
    469.005 License requirements.
    469.006 Licensure of business organizations; qualifying agents.
    469.013 Course requirements for asbestos surveyors, management planners, and project monitors.
    469.014 Approval of asbestos training courses and providers.
    469.015 Seals.
    481.222
    489.103 Exemptions.
    489.105 Definitions.
    489.107 Construction Industry Licensing Board.
    489.113 Qualifications for practice; restrictions.
    489.1135 Underground utility and excavation contractors; designation; certificate.
    489.1136
    489.115 Certification and registration; endorsement; reciprocity; renewals; continuing education.
    489.119 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.129 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.140 Construction Industries Recovery Fund.
    489.141 Conditions for recovery; eligibility.
    489.142 Board powers upon notification of commencement of action.
    489.143 Payment from the fund.
    489.503 Exemptions.
    489.505 Definitions.
    489.507 Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.
    489.509 Fees.
    489.511 Certification; application; examinations; endorsement.
    489.513 Registration; application; requirements.
    489.517 Renewal of certificate or registration; continuing education.
    489.518 Alarm system agents.
    489.5185
    489.519 Inactive status.
    489.521 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.525 Reports of certified contractors to local building officials.
    489.533 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.537 Application of this part.
    501.937
    553.06 State Plumbing Code.
    553.19 Adoption of electrical standards.
    633.021 Definitions.
    633.061 License or permit required of organizations and individuals servicing, recharging, repairing, testing, marking, inspecting, or installing fire extinguishers and preengineered systems.
    633.065 Requirements for installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire suppression equipment.
    633.071 Standard service tag required on all fire extinguishers and preengineered systems; serial number required on all portable fire extinguishers.
    633.162 Disciplinary action; fire extinguisher or preengineered systems; grounds for denial, nonrenewal, suspension, or revocation of license or permit.
    633.171 Penalty for violation of law, rule, or order to cease and desist or for failure to comply with corrective order.
    633.547 Disciplinary action; fire protection system contractors; grounds for denial, nonrenewal, suspension, or revocation of certificate.

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  • HB 4439, Original Filed Version Posted 8/28/2000 at 11:09 AM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   Business Regulation & Consumer Affairs (Post-Meeting) 3/25/1998 (pdf)
    Business Regulation & Consumer Affairs (Post-Meeting) 3/25/1998 (pdf)
    Community Affairs (Post-Meeting) 4/9/1998 (pdf)
    Community Affairs (Post-Meeting) 4/9/1998 (pdf)
    Community Affairs (Post-Meeting) 4/16/1998 (pdf)
    Community Affairs (Post-Meeting) 4/16/1998 (pdf)
    General Government Appropriations (Post-Meeting) 4/20/1998 (pdf)
    General Government Appropriations (Post-Meeting) 4/20/1998 (pdf)
    General Government Appropriations (Post-Meeting) 4/21/1998 (pdf)
    General Government Appropriations (Post-Meeting) 4/21/1998 (pdf)

    Committee Amendments (12)

    Amendment Sponsor Filed Last Committee Action Format
    053085 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/22/1998
    8:26 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    624529 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/22/1998
    8:48 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    633903 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/22/1998
    8:48 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    761989 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/22/1998
    8:50 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    171459 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/23/1998
    8:28 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    701571 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/23/1998
    8:41 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    791113 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/23/1998
    8:43 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    hierarchy 115355 - Amendment to Amendment (791113)
    		General Government Appropriations 4/23/1998
    8:26 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    803921 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/23/1998
    8:43 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    804477 - Amendment
    		General Government Appropriations 4/23/1998
    8:43 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    843779 - Amendment
    		Community Affairs 4/23/1998
    8:44 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    923063 - Amendment
    		General Government Appropriations 4/23/1998
    8:45 PM     		Web Page
    PDF

    Floor Amendments (4)

    Amendment Sponsor Filed Last Floor Action Format
    064775 - Amendment
    		Ogles 4/23/1998
    8:23 PM     		Web Page
    385897 - Amendment
    		Ogles 4/23/1998
    8:34 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    542943 - Amendment
    		Melvin 4/23/1998
    8:38 PM     		Web Page
    PDF
    880143 - Amendment
    		Ogles 4/23/1998
    8:44 PM     		Web Page
    PDF

    Citations - Statutes (48)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    205.0535 Reclassification and rate structure revisions.
    255.551 Definitions; ss. 255.551-255.565.
    376.60 Asbestos removal program inspection and notification fee.
    468.603 Definitions.
    468.604
    468.605 Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board.
    468.609 Administration of this part; standards for certification; additional categories of certification.
    468.617 Joint inspection department; other arrangements.
    468.627 Application; examination; renewal; fees.
    469.001 Definitions.
    469.002 Exemptions.
    469.004 License; asbestos consultant; asbestos contractor; exceptions.
    469.005 License requirements.
    469.006 Licensure of business organizations; qualifying agents.
    469.013 Course requirements for asbestos surveyors, management planners, and project monitors.
    469.014 Approval of asbestos training courses and providers.
    469.015 Seals.
    481.222
    489.103 Exemptions.
    489.105 Definitions.
    489.107 Construction Industry Licensing Board.
    489.113 Qualifications for practice; restrictions.
    489.1135 Underground utility and excavation contractors; designation; certificate.
    489.1136
    489.115 Certification and registration; endorsement; reciprocity; renewals; continuing education.
    489.119 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.129 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.140 Construction Industries Recovery Fund.
    489.141 Conditions for recovery; eligibility.
    489.142 Board powers upon notification of commencement of action.
    489.143 Payment from the fund.
    489.503 Exemptions.
    489.505 Definitions.
    489.507 Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.
    489.509 Fees.
    489.511 Certification; application; examinations; endorsement.
    489.513 Registration; application; requirements.
    489.517 Renewal of certificate or registration; continuing education.
    489.518 Alarm system agents.
    489.519 Inactive status.
    489.521 Business organizations; qualifying agents.
    489.525 Reports of certified contractors to local building officials.
    489.533 Disciplinary proceedings.
    489.537 Application of this part.
    489.539 Adoption of electrical standards.
    553.06 State Plumbing Code.
    553.19 Adoption of electrical standards.
    633.021 Definitions.

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