The bill amends section 1006.23 of the Florida Statutes, which pertains to hazardous walking conditions for public school students. It revises the criteria that define what constitutes a hazardous walking condition. Specifically, it states that a walking area adjacent to a road is considered hazardous if it is less than 4 feet wide and does not include drainage features, or if the walkway is along a limited access facility as defined in section 334.03(12). Additionally, if the road is uncurbed and has a speed limit of 50 miles per hour or greater, the walking area must be at least 3 feet away from the edge of the road.

The bill also clarifies exceptions to these criteria, indicating that the hazardous condition designation does not apply if the road has a traffic volume of less than 180 vehicles per hour in each direction during school hours, or if it is located in a residential area with a speed limit of 30 miles per hour or less. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 85 Filed: 1006.23
H 85 c1: 1006.23
H 85 c2: 1006.23